Removal of the dewclaws of dogs

Schedule 9 goes on to clarify that anaesthetic must be administered except where the dog is a puppy whose eyes have not yet opened as per the Veterinary Surgeons Act. [...]legislation in relation to dewclaws remains unchanged and a lay person or veterinary surgeon may continue to remove the dewclaws...

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Published in:Veterinary record 2008-05, Vol.162 (22), p.731-731
Main Author: Kisko, Caroline
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animal care
Animal Welfare - legislation & jurisprudence
Animals
Dogs
Dogs - surgery
Hoof and Claw - surgery
Legislation, Veterinary
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Summary:Schedule 9 goes on to clarify that anaesthetic must be administered except where the dog is a puppy whose eyes have not yet opened as per the Veterinary Surgeons Act. [...]legislation in relation to dewclaws remains unchanged and a lay person or veterinary surgeon may continue to remove the dewclaws of puppies whose eyes have not yet opened.
ISSN:0042-4900
2042-7670
DOI:10.1136/vr.162.22.731-b