Question for cat sitters

[Medusa]

However, the cat I'm catsiting now, is easier to handle than Fister was a few years ago. So far, I've been able to clip 6 of his nails - one more day to go.

Nail clipping is another story. I can't clip my Yodie's nails but a few at a time. I've never done her hind claws so I have my vet do it. It takes one to hold her, one to clip claws. I usually manage 3 before I get bitten and/or smacked. LOL Everyone else is cooperative.

[Randi]

Mary, we surely won't be expected to clip the cats' nails, since people are normally away for only a few weeks. In this case, I just thought I'd give it a try, since they have three children, the smallest is about 3. Dali's nails have probably never been clipped before, they were certainly long and sharp!!

[catmandu]

You would definitley have to be insured and bonded and have a disclaimer about Cats who have preexisting conditions, that you are not responsible if suddenly they take a turn for the worse, through no fault of yours.
Otherwise you could face a hysterical grieving Guardian when its not your fault.
There are sadly people who will sue at the drop of a hat, and you have to be careful who you accept as clients.