German Shorthaired Pointer
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Polydaktylie · Mehrzehigkeit · Double dewclaws · Hyperdactyly · Zusätzliche Zehen · Doppelkralle · Toe and claw deformities · Pfotenfehlbildung · Krallendeformitaet
Polydactyly is a genetic condition where a dog is born with extra toes on one or more of its paws. This variation affects the skeletal system and is inherited in an autosomal-dominant pattern, meaning a puppy only needs to inherit the gene from one parent to develop it. It is a harmless anatomical variation rather than a disease, and is even a standard trait in some breeds.
The extra toes are visible immediately at birth, typically appearing on the hind paws. While usually harmless, loosely attached extra claws can sometimes catch on objects, leading to minor tears or irritation.
Treatment is generally unnecessary unless an extra claw is unstable and frequently gets injured. In those cases, a one-time surgical removal can be performed, which typically costs between 0 and 500 EUR.
More conditions affecting the General / metabolic.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.