Which nails checks are performed during grooming?

• A. Front nails
• B. Back nails
• C. All four feet including dewclaws
• D. Nails on all paws

Answer: (C)

Nail checks in grooming involve inspecting and assessing every nail on every paw, including dewclaws. Dewclaws are the extra nails on the inside of the front legs (and sometimes on the hind legs), and they don’t wear down as naturally as the others. Checking them ensures you catch overgrowth, splits, or snagging early and trim evenly so the dog stands and walks comfortably. That’s why the best approach is to examine all four feet plus any dewclaws—that way nothing nails-wise is missed. Focusing only on front or only on back nails can miss dewclaws or nails on the other feet, and saying nails on all paws without noting dewclaws could leave that extra nail unchecked.