Kim,

I don't blame you for being upset. I'd tell her immediately that she can't have the kitties. And I also wouldn't give her ANY cats, I don't care whether they're declawed or not!

Just be careful. If she really wants those kitties, she COULD send a "friend" in to adopt them for her. I have become very wary of people these days. Sad but true.

I've rescued and adopted many cats in my 6 years in rescue. The one thing I do with prospective adoptees is casually, in conversation, ask them how they feel about declawing, whether they will be outdoor or indoor cats, etc. It kinda weeds out the not-so-desirables.

Good luck, kiddo.