Re: The case for leaving dew claws intact
The problem with leaving dewclaws is just injury I think.
My pup had them removed and the way it was explained to me is that dogs who are active can often break the dewclaw and cause greater problems later.
They rub on things, hook on things etc.
For city dogs that live in a house all their lives and don't spend much time in the country that would be fine.
But I can see how my dog could injure it while hiking and going through our pine beetle infested woods.
Maybe if they can remove the nail attached and leave the muscles and ligaments alone.
Interesting discussion.
1. Human over population
2. Government burden and overreach