Expressing opposition to the use of onychectomy, also known as declawing, for elective surgery in cats.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Summary
The resolution formally states that the House opposes performing declawing surgeries on cats for cosmetic or convenience reasons, encourages veterinarians to discourage the procedure, and calls on state legislatures that have not yet banned it to consider doing so. It targets cats, their owners, veterinary professionals, and public‑health officials by highlighting animal‑welfare concerns and potential health risks. The measure reflects growing national and international support for outlawing elective declawing.
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