When humans bite their nails, it’s usually dismissed as a nervous tick or a bad habit. At worst, it is thought of as impolite ...

Older owners or immunocompromised pet parents should keep cats' nails short so they don't accidentally break skin when scratching, Miller adds. If you have a friend available, have them cradle the ...

Additionally, as all cat owners know, longer nails lead to more accidental scratches on your skin and allow cats to inflict more damage if they decide to scratch your furniture. If you've never ...