Topic Explanation:
The discussion revolves around the potential issues that can arise when living with cats and having an ostomy bag. The original poster (OP) recently adopted two rescue cats and is concerned about their claws potentially damaging their ostomy bag. They ask if anyone else has experienced mishaps with cat claws and ostomy bags and seek advice on how to prevent any accidents.

Advice and Insights:

1. Be Cautious of Cat Claws:
- Cats can accidentally poke holes in ostomy bags with their claws, especially when they jump on your lap unexpectedly. It's important to be vigilant and protect the area where the bag is located.
- Inspect your bag after your cats have been on your lap to ensure there are no punctures.

2. Positioning and Training:
- Teach your cats to avoid jumping directly onto your lap or stomach. Encourage them to sit on your thighs or next to you instead.
- Some users suggest teaching cats to roll off your lap rather than jump off, which can reduce the risk of claws catching on the bag.

3. Claw Trimming:
- Regularly trimming your cat's claws can help reduce the risk of punctures. One user shared that they trim their cat's claws every few days and trained their cat to be comfortable with the process by stroking their paws and offering affection.

4. Hand Protection:
- When your cat is on your lap, keep a hand over your ostomy bag to prevent them from stepping directly on it.

5. Use a Barrier:
- Some users recommend placing a towel or blanket over your lap when your cat is around. This can act as a barrier to protect your bag from accidental clawing.

6. Cat Behavior and Adaptation:
- Cats can learn to avoid sensitive areas over time. One user shared that their cat stopped sitting on their lap after they consistently discouraged it post-surgery.
- Cats are intuitive and may try to cuddle where you are hurting the most, which can be comforting but also risky for your bag.

7. Temporary Fixes for Punctures:
- If a cat does puncture your bag, one user suggested cleaning the area, letting it dry, and then covering the hole with transparent tape if the bag is relatively new.

8. Dogs and Other Pets:
- While the discussion is primarily about cats, some users mentioned that dogs can also pose