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Do not forget the dewclaw

Don't forget the dewclaw on the inside of the leg when you trim your dog's claws.

Time
⏱ 1 min
Difficulty
◆ easy

What you need

  • Nail clippers or grinder

How to do it

  1. Check the inside of the leg.
  2. Trim the dewclaw together with the other claws.
  3. Watch for bleeding.

Variations

  • Not every dog has a dewclaw.

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