40 Best Photos of Cats Showing Off Their Murder Mittens
Cats' claws are their first line of defense. They use their mittens for scratching and for maintaining their footing when fighting or even when walking or climbing on smooth and slippery surfaces.
When not in use, cats can remarkably retract their claws into their sheaths. In times of great need, especially when they sense danger and must defend themselves, cats quickly unsheath their deadly mittens to be ready to deliver a swift swipe to their enemies.
Scratching is an essential part of every cat's life, and they don't do it without reason. They scratch to keep their claws sharp in preparation for defense.
So, whenever you catch your cat scratching one of your prized pieces of furniture, try not to get mad at them. It's part of their self-maintenance.
Instead, train them on where to scratch by providing scratching poles and similar items. Place these poles in areas where they are likely to scratch.
Remember that cats are also predators. In addition to scratching, they use their claws for hunting prey. So, whenever you play with your cat, don't forget that they are deadly predators.
One belly rub may be tolerable, but soon you might find yourself with scratches and bites! However, it's not all the time that these cats show you their murder mittens.
Check out these photos of cats showing off their murder mittens.
1. "He's all mine!"
2. Baby Deadly Mittens: So sharp for a baby.
3. Ready to be clawed by this spoiled kitty?
4. Napping mittens.
5. Big-clawed little kitty.
6. Perhaps the tiniest murder mittens.
7. Aww... these mittens are so cute.
8. "Are you sure we're just cuddling?"
9. A sweet little monster.
10. Oops... are these clawed beans?
11. "Wait, don't be so quick. That's my eyelid!"
12. "Pick me up and hug me. I promise I'll be gentle."
13. “Your life or that chicken? The choice is yours.”
14. Grover performing acupuncture.
15. Gotta stretch and unsheath.
16. It's feeding time for this hungry kitten.
17. A dreaming kitten.
18. Frightened mittens.
19. "Can somebody else give me a tighter hug?"
20. Messi's murder mittens are as big as his owner's fingers.
21. Fluffy 2-day-old murder mittens.
22. Mess with the mom, and you'll get clawed!
23. "I'll dig deeper if you don't grant my wishes."
24. "Are you shocked to know that you're a cat, Izzy?"
25. What about a tongue plus murder mittens?
26. Sweet murder mittens.
27. Want some swiping?
28. Under home confinement to save the birds.
29. Ready for the hunt.
30. "I'm keeping an eye on you!"
31. "So, are you playing with me, or will I take this computer down?"
32. Uno, the "Puss in Deadly Boots."
33. Deadly fangs and mittens combo!
34. "It's good to have a firm grip on this toy."
35. Melvin is just a little sleepy here, tucking in those mittens.
36. It's the baby cub with her baby weapon.
37. These go beyond the sheets.
38. Grandpa nap mittens on this 18-year-old cat named Gismo.
39. Metallic mittens.
40. Claw-to-claw, paw-to-paw: Best friends for keeps!
Cat claws are not something that people should be terrified of. They are essential parts of their paws, making them important tools for their everyday lives.
These deadly mittens are a survival aid, especially for those living in the wild. So, never consider declawing them, as that is animal abuse.
Learn to train your cats instead of harming them. Let them be cats, and be a responsible owner yourself.
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