🐾🐶 What’s a Dewclaw? Dewclaws are the small extra toes located higher up on a dog’s leg, kind of like a thumb. Some dogs are born with them on the front legs, and others even have them on the back. Many breeders or owners choose to have dewclaws removed shortly after birth, especially in working breeds, to prevent snagging or injury later in life. But for most dogs, front dewclaws play a role in gripping, climbing, and stabilizingwhen running or turning. 💚 Whether removed or left intact, regu