Expressing opposition to the use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats.

This resolution states that the House of Representatives opposes declawing cats when it is done for looks or for the owner's convenience. It defines declawing to include removing claws and procedures like cutting toe tendons, but not trimming claw tips or using temporary nail caps. It states that these procedures should only be done when medically needed to treat a problem such as infection, disease, or injury in the cat's claws or toes. It encourages veterinarians to discourage elective declawing and urges states that have not banned it to consider doing so. As a resolution, it does not create a federal law or ban.

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Sponsors

• Jerrold Nadler Democrat sponsor
• 20 cosponsors