Great advice SCM. Only thing I would add is to try the Soft Paws. They are plastic sheaths that go over the cat's claws and they can't scratch. They are available at most pet stores. The vet can show you how to put them on the first time if you need assistance.
Please do not declaw. It can cause a lifetime of pain and changes the very way the cat walks. It also can lead to bad behaviour such as biting (taking away their main defence makes them find another) and urinating outside of their box.
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Assumptions do nothing but make an ass out of u and me.
We can stick our heads in the sand for only so long before it starts choking us. Face it folks. The pet population is bad ALL OVER THE WORLD!
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