Have you notice that little claw on the side of your dog’s leg? While it’s quite cute, the dewclaw can easily get caught on things and bleeds easily. However, not all dogs have a dew claw (first finger or digit). When dew claws are present, it can vary in appearance, from a tiny skin flap with no function, to being a fully developed finger or digit. Dogs evolved with no need for the dew claws thus there are many dog breeds whose dew claws are very tiny, more like a vestigial organ. While some dogs have no problems with having dew claws, dogs that hunt, work, or run a lot often need to have their dew claw removed because of higher chances of injury or trauma to their extra finger or toe.

If your dog happens to still have his dew claws, you can have them removed by your Stafford, TX veterinarian or click here for more information.