With advances in laser technology my vet no longer even needs to wrap the feet.. I agree when i was working there about 6 years ago It was very cruel to declaw... Now its very simple and virtually painless.. Gotta love technology... I personally feel that it is oyur decision as you are the one who has to live with it ... Just take into consideration that if you have all four paws done the cat should never be allowed outside... With back claws they can still protect themselves...