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Should dewclaws be removed?

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Are dewclaws necessary?
asked Apr 12, 2013 in Dog Health by (3,100 points)

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Hunting dogs often have their dewclaws removed to prevent them getting caught in shrubbery. Dewclaws are thought to be the remnant of another toe. Removing them is a surgical procedure that is painful and unnecessary for the dog unless there is injury or infection present.
answered Apr 17, 2013 by (36,420 points)

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