When I was in my 20's, I had more money than brains. Really hate to admit this, but me and my ex had 6 cats and we got them declawed. We loved them intensly. They were all indoor cats and alone 9-10 hrs. a day as we both worked. Long story short, brand new condo, the kitties tore apart the wallpaper, underneath the mattresses, anything they could find was shredded. they were just havin' good cat fun but it added up.They had toys, scratching posts etc. they still went to town when bored. These were adult cats, between 3-6. Got them declawed. I would never do that now but it seemed like a good plan at the time. Now I think it is cruel and weird. Just sayin'.