Is It Bad to Get Dewclaws Removed?

Because front dewclaws serve an important purpose, they should not be removed unless there is a very good reason to do so. In rare cases, a dog's dewclaw may be severely injured or develop a disease (e.g., a cancerous tumor) and removal under those circumstances would certainly be in the dog's best interests.

Is removing dew claws cruel?

Removing dew claws is considered cruel and barbaric by some, and a necessary evil by others. Dog dew claws are often removed for cosmetic reasons, but very often it is to avoid painful injury in the long run.

What happens if you don't remove dew claws?

If your dog doesn't have dewclaws, he'll be fine. He'll also likely be fine if he does, as long as you're careful to keep those nails short enough to prevent them causing problems for your pet.