Choose a quiet time when your cat is calm
Gather cat nail clippers or a small pet nail trimmer
Have styptic powder or cornstarch ready
Hold your cat gently but securely
Press one paw pad to extend the claw
Identify the pink quick and avoid cutting it
Trim only the sharp tip of each claw
Clip one claw at a time
Stop if your cat becomes stressed
Reward your cat with a treat after trimming
Repeat regularly as needed