In most cases, yes! It is crucial to get your pet regular nail trims in order to maintain their nails and
Most cats require nail trims—even when outdoors. Without regular nail trims, cats’ nails can grow into their paw pads, which can result in painful, open wounds that can become susceptible to infection. Overgrown nails on the hind legs can also adversely affect the posture and positioning of the cat’s legs. Below is an example of what overgrown nails on a cat can look like.
In dogs, overgrown nails can damage the tendons and ligaments in their toes, resulting in pain and affecting the normal posture of their paws when walking or running.
It is crucial to desensitize pets to the process of trimming their nails early on to prevent the excessive growth of the quick, the sensitive core of the nail, which can make nail trims painful and make it more difficult to maintain a healthy nail length. Remember, dogs and cats are stoic by nature and are capable of experiencing great pain while acting quite normal. For some pets, once the quick grows out, the process of getting nail trims can be more painful than the everyday pain of overgrown nails.