If Baby B were a Labrador running through the field chasing down game I would worry.
But since your Baby is a pampered house pup, its not a big deal.
Removing the dew claws is super important in working dogs because of the types of environments they are exposed to. They could get those dew claws caught in the brush, on the fence, in the roots of trees when chasing something down a hole, or whatever the case may be. Catching a dew claw when moving at the speed some of these dogs do can mean serious injury for some. But just the same, not trimming the nail and then catching it on the fabric of the sofa as they are jumping off can cause some major hurt. Its all in the up keep and exposure. Will you keep the nail trimmed? if the answer is yes, then your fine. If its no, then it should be removed. Is your Baby in the house on tile and slick surfaces mostly? or is she on burber carpet and tweed sofas that are great at catching nails?
Only you really know if its a must go or not. Ask your vet... if she is licking it alot... is it cause she is catching it alot? Is it already bothering her? Only you know... Trust yourself.
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