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BamaFan121s · 08-08-2008, 07:42 PM

I am not in the least bit opposed to docking, but I don't think I would have it done at 5 months. The dew claws on the other hand, I would probably have removed IF the dog was already having anesthesia for another procedure...but not on it's own.

lucyaboo · 08-08-2008, 08:53 PM

When I had pomeranian's I had lolli's dew claws removed when she got fixed. They put wrap bandages on her & she had no problems with that being done at about 6 months old. Both my yorkies had their tails done when I got them, if it would have been a choice, I think I would have liked to have kept their tails long.

Doodlebug · 08-08-2008, 09:45 PM

He is SO CUTE!!! I'm glad you decided not to dock his tail or remove his dew claws. I wouldn't do it either. If I had a choice when Daisy was born I would not have had her tail docked or dew claws removed then either. It just seem so unnecessary to me. Just my opinion. I don't mean any offense to anyone.

Gabbymom · 08-09-2008, 03:12 AM

He is so adorable!

I have a Shorkie, and her tail is long. I love the way it looks, with the long hair and it curls up onto her back.

My Yorkie, Shadow, his tail was done when I got him. I actually thought I would hate it, Since I love Gabby's tail so much. But I think it's right cute and love to see him way that little nub. lol

Seems I love them either way!

Both still have their dewclaws and so far, knock on wood, no problems.

AnaClaire · 08-13-2008, 10:27 PM

I am wondering now, reading this post, if my Yorkie still has her dew claws (or where were they removed) Where exactly are they? Cookie has five nails, 4 on her "paw" area, and the one on the side (somewhat like a thumb type) I see a little piece of dark skin behind her paw like half an inch down- maybe that's where the dew claws WERE? That's probably right, just checking! Not sure that I've ever payed attention to dew claws on a dog! What are the disadvantages of dew claws? Why are they removed? If someone could just inform me, I'd be very thankful!

mscat · 08-13-2008, 11:10 PM

You have a hansome little puppy ! I am not keen on subjecting my Puppy unecessary pain either. Suzi will have her baby teeth removed when spayed though.... However, I am not planning on showing her, and I love the way she looks naturally.

bjh · 08-14-2008, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by AnaClaire

I am wondering now, reading this post, if my Yorkie still has her dew claws (or where were they removed) Where exactly are they? Cookie has five nails, 4 on her "paw" area, and the one on the side (somewhat like a thumb type) I see a little piece of dark skin behind her paw like half an inch down- maybe that's where the dew claws WERE? That's probably right, just checking! Not sure that I've ever payed attention to dew claws on a dog! What are the disadvantages of dew claws? Why are they removed? If someone could just inform me, I'd be very thankful!

The dew claw is the one that is on the inside side of the foot (thumb type). It is usually removed because it is of no use to the dog and sometimes people will forget to cut the nail on the dewclaw and it can easily get hung up on things. It does make grooming the feet a little simpler with the dewclaw removed. Most yorkies just have front dewclaws but I did have two yorkie sisters one time that both consistently produced puppies that had rear dewclaws also.

Lou · 08-14-2008, 06:11 AM

Skeeter is scheduled for his neuter on Sept 4. I don't think he will need any teeth extracted. All of his front ones have come out just fine. He does still have his 4 fangs and his adult fangs have come through the surface of his gums. I think Adie lost her fangs quite early so I'm concerned. Does anyone know which baby teeth come out last? And oh yes, he has started holding my thumb in his mouth in the sucking position again. He isn't actually sucking on it unless he feels me move it. It is so stinkin cute!

bjh · 08-14-2008, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Lou

Skeeter is scheduled for his neuter on Sept 4. I don't think he will need any teeth extracted. All of his front ones have come out just fine. He does still have his 4 fangs and his adult fangs have come through the surface of his gums. I think Adie lost her fangs quite early so I'm concerned. Does anyone know which baby teeth come out last? And oh yes, he has started holding my thumb in his mouth in the sucking position again. He isn't actually sucking on it unless he feels me move it. It is so stinkin cute!

He does sound like a cutie. From my experience it is usually the baby 'fang' teeth that are usually the last to fall out. Some dogs can take up to a year or so to lose them and some have to have them pulled. If he still has them at the time of his surgery then I would have the vet pull them.

BamaFan121s · 08-14-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by AnaClaire

I am wondering now, reading this post, if my Yorkie still has her dew claws (or where were they removed) Where exactly are they?

Here is a good pic showing the due claw. (not mine, I got if off flicker from doing a search) This should help you locate it...if it has been removed, the nail part will be missing, but the rough 'pad' part will still be there.

AnaClaire · 08-14-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

The dew claw is the one that is on the inside side of the foot (thumb type). It is usually removed because it is of no use to the dog and sometimes people will forget to cut the nail on the dewclaw and it can easily get hung up on things. It does make grooming the feet a little simpler with the dewclaw removed. Most yorkies just have front dewclaws but I did have two yorkie sisters one time that both consistently produced puppies that had rear dewclaws also.

Ohh, alright. In that case, Cookie does have her front dewclaws. She is 3 months, should I have them removed when she is under anesthesia when she gets spayed? My vet never even mentioned the dewclaws to me, and she cut her nails twice. Is it worth getting them removed?

AnaClaire · 08-14-2008, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Here is a good pic showing the due claw. (not mine, I got if off flicker from doing a search) This should help you locate it...if it has been removed, the nail part will be missing, but the rough 'pad' part will still be there.

Thanks for the pic, yep Cookie does have this. Now I am unsure of whether to have it removed or leave it

deanne · 08-14-2008, 09:25 AM

I've seen on older yorkie with his tail and he look adorable with it.

bjh · 08-14-2008, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by AnaClaire

Ohh, alright. In that case, Cookie does have her front dewclaws. She is 3 months, should I have them removed when she is under anesthesia when she gets spayed? My vet never even mentioned the dewclaws to me, and she cut her nails twice. Is it worth getting them removed?

I would just leave it. Just make sure you keep the nail clipped so it won't hang up on anything.

AnaClaire · 08-14-2008, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

I would just leave it. Just make sure you keep the nail clipped so it won't hang up on anything.

alright, thanks for the advice

08-08-2008, 08:53 PM	#32
lucyaboo & pebbleliny ♥ my pups Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: LV NV Posts: 834	When I had pomeranian's I had lolli's dew claws removed when she got fixed. They put wrap bandages on her & she had no problems with that being done at about 6 months old. Both my yorkies had their tails done when I got them, if it would have been a choice, I think I would have liked to have kept their tails long. __________________ MY 's BUDDY & BRONX & BERRI ~ MISSING MY 5 Handstamped pet ID tags at dogsidtagged.com ~ the Crew - YT 10% off code DIDT10YT

08-08-2008, 09:45 PM	#33
Doodlebug ♥Love My Puppies!♥ Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: US Posts: 5,786	He is SO CUTE!!! I'm glad you decided not to dock his tail or remove his dew claws. I wouldn't do it either. If I had a choice when Daisy was born I would not have had her tail docked or dew claws removed then either. It just seem so unnecessary to me. Just my opinion. I don't mean any offense to anyone. __________________ RIP My Sweet Darling Angel Daisy 08/09/03 - 10/02/15, RIP My Sweet Baby Boy Teddy Bear 02/01/04 - 02/11/16 Photos HERE

08-13-2008, 10:27 PM	#35
AnaClaire Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 88	Dew claws?? I am wondering now, reading this post, if my Yorkie still has her dew claws (or where were they removed) Where exactly are they? Cookie has five nails, 4 on her "paw" area, and the one on the side (somewhat like a thumb type) I see a little piece of dark skin behind her paw like half an inch down- maybe that's where the dew claws WERE? That's probably right, just checking! Not sure that I've ever payed attention to dew claws on a dog! What are the disadvantages of dew claws? Why are they removed? If someone could just inform me, I'd be very thankful! __________________ CoOkiE's M0MMY dogster.com/dogs/827316

08-13-2008, 11:10 PM	#36
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	You have a hansome little puppy ! I am not keen on subjecting my Puppy unecessary pain either. Suzi will have her baby teeth removed when spayed though.... However, I am not planning on showing her, and I love the way she looks naturally. __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."

08-14-2008, 06:11 AM	#38
Lou Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: A little town south of Chicago Posts: 4,525	My little man is growing up Skeeter is scheduled for his neuter on Sept 4. I don't think he will need any teeth extracted. All of his front ones have come out just fine. He does still have his 4 fangs and his adult fangs have come through the surface of his gums. I think Adie lost her fangs quite early so I'm concerned. Does anyone know which baby teeth come out last? And oh yes, he has started holding my thumb in his mouth in the sucking position again. He isn't actually sucking on it unless he feels me move it. It is so stinkin cute! __________________ http://www.its-a-yorkie-thing.com Gracie Skeeter Adie Tyler

08-08-2008, 07:42 PM	#31
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	I am not in the least bit opposed to docking, but I don't think I would have it done at 5 months. The dew claws on the other hand, I would probably have removed IF the dog was already having anesthesia for another procedure...but not on it's own.

08-09-2008, 03:12 AM	#34
Gabbymom YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 300	He is so adorable! I have a Shorkie, and her tail is long. I love the way it looks, with the long hair and it curls up onto her back. My Yorkie, Shadow, his tail was done when I got him. I actually thought I would hate it, Since I love Gabby's tail so much. But I think it's right cute and love to see him way that little nub. lol Seems I love them either way! Both still have their dewclaws and so far, knock on wood, no problems.

08-14-2008, 09:25 AM	#43
deanne Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: DeMotte, Indiana Posts: 127	I've seen on older yorkie with his tail and he look adorable with it.