What are dewclaws and when/how are they removed?
Dewclaws are nonfunctioning fifth nails that are located on the ankle of dogs. Chinooks have front dewclaws; they should not have rear dewclaws. Dewclaws do not have to be removed, but if they are not, you should watch dewclaws carefully as they can grow into the foot, break, or get caught in blankets, rugs, etc. Some breeders choose to remove them when the pups are only a few days old. If this is an important issue to you, remember to ask the breeder if they remove dewclaws.
