Dew Claw Removal

[GoldenGirl85]

I decided not to get the dews removed, she will be ready for me to pick up in an hour or so ;)

[CP*]

You might want to check out this article, about carpal arthritis occuring in performance dogs without front dew claws.

http://jandemellobordercollie.com/DewClaws.htm

[Poodle wrangler]

I asked the vet about removing dew claws on our standard poodle at desexing.

Under anaesthetic already for desexing.

Vet said he didn't like doing at 5-6 months.

Said it's a bit like removing a thumb, has to be dislocated first, and is uncomfortable post-op for pup.

He was OK about very young pups e.g. about 4 days old.

No problems with dewclaws for our active dog, though his sit neatly and are often covered by leg fur.

[Diva]

That was an interesting article CP*, thanks for posting it.