January 1988
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January 1988
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... The procedure is generally requested by cat owners with the intention of avoiding damage to their property or personal injury from cat scratches. [1][2][3] However, evidence suggests elective onychectomy can be associated with lameness, acute and chronic pain, as well as an increased risk of back pain, house-soiling, increased biting behavior and barbering in cats. 2,[4][5][6] Pain, lameness and changes in behavior can also be present in cats regardless of the method of amputation or anesthetic and analgesic protocols. ...
January 1988