If your dog doesn’t have dewclaws, he’ll be fine. He’ll also likely be fine if he does, as long as you’re careful to keep those nails short enough to prevent them causing problems for your pet. Should I have my dog’s dew claws removed? Usually the dewclaws are removed whenRead More →
While dewclaw injuries are relatively rare, they certainly do occur. Any nail can become partially or completely pulled off, broken, split, infected, or ingrown (if not properly trimmed). Why do you cut dew claws? The advantages of removing your dog’s dew claws are: Reducing the risk of dew claw injuries;Read More →
Dull claws cause less damage than sharp ones. Start by handling your cat’s paws gently. Press the pad to express the claw and use a cat clipper or designated human nail clipper to snip the curved end of the nail. Avoid cutting the pink area of the nail known asRead More →