Is Declawing Cats Legal in Kentucky? What Cat Owners Need to Know
If you own a cat in Kentucky and have questions about declawing — whether it is still allowed, what the law actually says, or how your vet fits into the picture — you are not alone.
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If you own a cat in Kentucky and have questions about declawing — whether it is still allowed, what the law actually says, or how your vet fits into the picture — you are not alone.
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