Scairdycat...I am probably the only other person on this board with declawed cats. I have admitted that I came from a background of only ever having dogs and everyone in my immediate circle who had cats had them declawed. It was just assumed...they get neutered....they get declawed. Not until becoming acquainted with the people who post here did I know any better.

At any rate, I think it is safe to say that everyone here loves their cats and wants what is best for them. My cats also are not at all aggressive and do not seem to be any the worse for having it done. You are providing a loving home for your cats and that is so much more than countless thousands of cats have. Please don't feel too badly. I just had to post this so that you don't feel so alone on this issue.

By the way, my cats show no desire to go outside. They actually seems afraid of what's out there. They love looking at the world from the safety of the inside window ledge!

[This message has been edited by Pam (edited April 06, 2001).]