ArticleFrontiers in veterinary science2026
Trimming of nails in healthy dogs does not change gait parameters when comparing pre- and post-nail trim.
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Abstract
Claw length in dogs is widely assumed to influence gait, with the belief that excessively long claws may alter locomotion patterns and lead to musculoskeletal issues. Still today, this hypothesis lacks objective data. This is the first study to investigate the potential impact of claw length on canine gait using validated pressure-sensing treadmill analysis in a small cohort of clinically healthy dogs, both before and after claw trimming. Contrary to common assumptions, no significant differences in gait parameters, such as stride length, stance phase duration, or vertical ground reaction forces, were observed before and after claw trimming. Length of the front paws was 2 mm longer before nail trimming (
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