i love my dog to death but i scratches me so hard i bleed and i have a white scar on my hand going from my finger to the end of the botton of my wrist. i want there claws removed!
2007-08-15 16:42:30 · 38 answers · asked by esterseven 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
YES
2007-08-15 16:47:45 · answer #1 · answered by Here Kitty Kitty 5 · 0⤊ 13⤋
For the third time, you can NOT declaw a dog. If the nails are a problem cut them, if you can not do it take the dog to a groomer or vet and pay them to do it.
Maybe you should teach the dog not to jump on you then you wouldn't get scratched. If you can not deal with the dog's nails or teach the dog not to jump, perhaps you should think about re-homing the dog.
How many times do you need to ask the question? You keep getting the same answers and you can't find a vet that will do it. Doesn't that tell you anything or do you need it etched in stone?
Stop asking the same questions over and over, it is against YA's terms of service!!!!
2007-08-15 17:03:51 · answer #2 · answered by Shepherdgirl § 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I don't think dogs can be declawed. Cats can, but their nails retract.
Just train your dog not to jump up on you and keep the nails short by trimming or using a special sanding tool.
I've got a couple of scars on my arm from when my cats were a little less behaved and accidentely scratched me. I didn't get them declawed, though, as the occasional scratch is just the price of owning a pet.
2007-08-15 17:46:29 · answer #3 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Please stop re-posting. I believe we answered this question already. In order to declaw a dog (or any animal), the end of the toe must be removed. I can't imagine a dog being able to walk right after having been declawed, although I have never seen a dog that has had all of its claws removed. Train your dog not to jump on you, and have a professional groomer trim his/her nails, or dremel them.
So, here's my "straight answer" -- NO.
2007-08-15 16:50:57 · answer #4 · answered by thoven1190 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure if all there claws can be removed but i do know there due claws can.My oldest pug had to have hers taken off.
I think i would just figure out another way they need there claws for scratching them self so you may want to think about that some more.
2007-08-15 16:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by LEEBELL 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of this procedure being performed on dogs (cats all the time) but I assume that it is possible.
Another possibility is sanding his nails until they are very short. This can be done over several visits to a groomers.
Also, you can take him to obedience classes to teach him to not put his paws on you, which will eliminate the scratching.
I would suggest you talk to your vet about all your options before youdecide to de-claw him. De-clawing involves removing the first "knuckle" of the toe, essentially amputating your dog's "fingertips". It makes it very difficult for him to grip things such as hardwood or tiles/lanolium flooring, also, should he ever be in a fight he will have diminished chance of defending himself. There are also the psychological aspects of the animal too. Dogs have terrific long-term memory, so he will remember that once-upon-a-time he had all his toes.
Anyhow, I don't want to lecture, but it looks like I may have done it already. So I'll stop my rambling with this final note:
See your vet, he can help you find the right choice for you and your dog.
--K
2007-08-15 16:53:30 · answer #6 · answered by sapphire_adera 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
NO. First of all that is so inhumane. Declawing is like cutting everything from your knuckles down. Second, it is impossible in a dog. The dewclaws can be removed, but only at a very young age. Have you thought about cutting his nails?
2007-08-15 16:48:58 · answer #7 · answered by Go Spurs Go 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Personal opinion: declawing a dog would be cruel. Claws are like toenails. How would you like your toenails yanked out? You should just trim the nails and not rough-house with your dog as much, or at least teach it some manners.
2007-08-15 16:46:24 · answer #8 · answered by drakkor16 3 · 7⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely NOT! As much as this is a common practice in cats....I don't agree with it in cats nor dogs. If your dog is scratching you....try having his nails grinded instead of clipped. When grinded, the nails can be rounded with the sharp edges smoothed so the nails are not so sharp. Your local groomer should be able to provide this service.
2007-08-15 17:08:38 · answer #9 · answered by ♥ Liz ♫ 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Then you need to train your dog to not do this. Hint : scolding and hitting and fussing will not work. Neither will "declawing" - you won't find a vet to do this.
Your dog has clearly been rewarded for clawing you. If you can't figure out how to get him to stop, see a trainer.
2007-08-15 16:52:51 · answer #10 · answered by Misa M 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
No...but I could trim the claws. Usually, I see dogs with short nails that are rounded off so they don't hurt anyone. It shouldn't be too hard to find a vet or dog groomer that can do this for you.
2007-08-15 16:48:31 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋