Removal of Dewclaws

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Hi, I have a quick question about rear dewclaw removal, I am taking my 6 month old sheltie to my vet tomorrow to have her spay....my husband and I are torn about having her rear dewclaws removed while the vet has her sedated for her spaying! Is this a good idea to have them removed or could it cause issues later?
HELP ..SCARED MOM!:confused2::hide::gaah
 
pesky claws

Sorry I have no opinion about how it goes during a spay. All my pups came w/o their dewclaws when I brought them home. The breeders usually clip them off before they are weaned. But if you are gonna do it, best while already sedated, and there will be pain meds after spaying so I would think that would be helpful in the healing process...
 
If it were me, then yes I would have them removed. You have to do it under sedation once they are past the 3 day old stage as there is good nerve and blood supply after that.
 
Absolutely. This is something we used to do even with rescue dogs. Now, people that own breeds with rears will tell you "rears are fine, they hardly ever tear off!" In our breed, they are not well attached, and need to come off.

Your dog will likely bother those stitches more than the spay incision, so get a good supply of vet wrap to keep them wrapped up.
 
Several years ago - Here in Denmark it is strictly forbidden to do cosmetic surgeries on dogs - these dewclaw come under this - like cutting of ears and tails, and you can not take part in Shows or obedience classes if there has been such an intervention. :no:
 
Dew Claws

My vet will NOT do this as she considers it to be cosmetic butchery and I agree. To quote her: " It is a TOE and there is NO good reason to remove them. I have repaired far more injuries to the other toes than dew claws!"
 
I dont know about cosmetic butchery ...... Sounds a bit harsh.

This dog has dew claws but only on front. My Last dog was born without. It seems to depend on how they are attatched as to the need to remove them and if they are getting caught on things. From what i read spay is a good time to do it but will likely be more bothersome than the spay stitches. No expert on that myself. My Little guy's are small and not dangling so will be leaving his unless they become a problem. I just pray i get in the habit of remembering to trim them each time. Lol! Since i am so paranoid i know I wont forget!
 
Dewclaws

I DO agree that sounds harsh. For toes that are not well attached, I think I would have a consultation with the vet.
 
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