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If the dew claw is not removed properly, then yes, it may grow back deformed. In this case a vet will have to remove it whilst the dog is under general anaesthetic.

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How many claws do miniature dogs have?

if they have front OR back dewclaws they have 18 claws if they have front AND back dew claws they have 20 and if they have no dew claws then 16 claws.same goes for large dogs


Why do some dogs have dew claws front and back?

Dew claws on the back legs are rarer but not unusual. All dogs have atleast two dew claws unless they are removed. They serve no functional purpose and are just primitive digits.


Do male dogs have dew claws on there front and back legs?

Male dogs can have dew claws on their front and back legs, but it varies by breed and individual. Dew claws are essentially a dog's thumb, and they are more common on the front legs than the back legs. Some dog breeds are specifically bred to have double dew claws on their back legs.


Do Bichons have dew claws?

yes. i have a bichon frise and she has dew claws.


Do beagles have back dew claws?

Beagles are not known for having hind dew claws, but some may be born with extra ones. Usually these will be removed if the dog is to be shown.


Do moose have dew claws?

Yes, moose have dew claws. These are located high on the back of their legs and are used to help the moose navigate through snow and other challenging terrain. Dew claws are considered vestigial in moose, as they are not used as actively as their main hooves.


Are dewclaws breed specific?

If your dog is to be shown and is Kennel Club registered, then look at its Breed Standard to see how many dew claws your dog should have and whether they should be removed. Most breeds are different and some may require the dew claws to be removed. Here is an example of some breeds rules on dew claws:Beauceron, Briard or Great Pyrenees - Double dew claws on the hind legs and single dew claws on the front legs. Never removed if the dog is to be shown.Staffordshire Bull Terrier and many other breeds - Usually only single dew claws on front legs and none on hind legs. All removed for showing.Lundehund/Puffin Hound - Double dew claws on front legs and on back legs. Should have eight in total. Never removed for showing.Rottweiler and some other breeds - Single dew claws on front legs and sometimes on back legs. Rear dew claws should be removed. Front dew claws not relevant.I cannot give you every breed's standard on dew claws, but look on the Kennel Club website for other breeds.


Do border collie have dew claws?

All dogs including border collies have dew claws.


What does it mean if your dog has no rear dew claws?

nothing. Most dogs do not have rear dew claws


Do blue heeler have due claws on their back paws?

Neither the American nor the English Kennel Club Breed Standard's for Blue Heeler's (Australian Cattle Dogs) stipulate whether or not this breed should have hind dew claws. However, most Blue Heelers do not have hind dew claws so if a puppy is born with hind dew claws, they should be removed.


Do red heelers have dew claws?

Yes, all dogs have atleast two dew claws unless they are removed.


Are dew claws a sign of intelligence on dogs?

No, as all dogs have atleast two dew claws when they are born (unless they are removed).