Little Giant Encyclopedia
by Klaus Vollmar
The fear of the animalistic. Also, “claw” implies grabbing. It can represent the dreamer’s own wild and greedy grabbing for a world that he is either “dreaming” about or is actually living. Is the animal threatening you with its claw?
However, the claw could just as easily be a “healthy” sign if you are very timid. It might, however, suggest that you need to control your greed instead of living it out.
The Big Dictionary of Dreams
by Martha Clarke
As in other dreams, this one has not a single one interpretation: if it is a bird’s claw, you will have serious difficulties carrying out your projects; if it is a feline’s claw you will suffer a little upset with family; and if it is a dog’s or wolf’s one someone close to you will spread gossip about you.
Strangest Dream Explanations
by Dream Explanations - Anonymous
Dreams of a claw symbolize that you are feeling protective, defensive and are attempting to set boundaries. You are in touch with your animal/survival instincts, and this dream is also giving you the message to release your fears and let go of a person or situation you are holding onto.
