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What is a dewclaw?

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Anonymous

7y ago
Updated: 8/19/2021

They are used to help hold bones etc. while eating. Some dogs with larger dewclaws use them for better balance when running. Some dogs do not use them at all. It depends on the size of the dog and breed.

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