Glossary

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Claw of a Cat

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Keratinisation
The process of becoming keratinous.
The process that, for example, hardens the epidermis (the skin) on the underside of heel and toe pads, or that which hardens claws and hair.
Tissues containing keratin are keratinous.

Dog Heel Pad Close-Up

Dog Heel Pad Close Up