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This is different for different breeds. For example, a Rottweiler must be docked at the first joint close to the body, and a Weimeraner should be docked by one third. To find out the length of docking for each breed, consult their breed standard. NOTE: English Breed Standards no longer say how long the dog's tail should be docked by as the operation is now illegal in the UK, but American Standards still support docking.
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How short should the tail be cut?
how long do you leave a doberman tail
Can i dock the tail and crop the ears of a Doberman in Malta?
You can dock the tail and crop the ears of a doberman anywhere in the world. The only thing that you might want to do is to make certain that there are no local ordinances against it.
How long should you leave the puppy dog tail?
You really shouldn't "dock" or cut a dog's tail off. But as far as natural length goes, it depends on the breeds.
What is a horses dock?
the dock is the tail... the hair is the tail the soild bit its attched to (which is quite short) is the dock.
Why do they dork dogs tail?
Did u mean dock? Anyway hunting dog may get burs or other things(sticks leaves) stuck in the long hair on a dogs tail. This is why they dock it
Does a Dobermans tail fall off when is grows up?
No, dobermans tails are long and scrawny. Most doberman owners have their dog's tail bobbed (cut off) when they are puppies. Warning: tail bobbing should only be performed by a licensed veterinarian.
Where is a horses dock?
At the top of the tail
Why don't Doberman Pinscher's tails grow?
A doberman's natural tail is actually long. Many owners and breeders decide to have their tails docked (shortened) while they are puppies to give them the traditional doberman appearance. Also, if the dog is to be trained as a guard dog having the tail docked serves a purpose. During a physical engagement (fight) the dog's tail is more difficult to grab thus making it hard to defend against the dog.
Is it ok to dock and crop a boxers ears and tail?
Some people do choose crop and dock their boxer's ears and tail. Others choose not to do this. Either way is OK. Both sides have their own opinions as to why it should or shouldn't be done.
What age to dock a American bulldog?
An American Bulldog's tail (and ears) should be left natural.
In malta can you dock a rotty tail?
Malta is a country that is located in southern Europe. It has not signed the European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals treaty however which makes it illegal to dock a dogs tail. It is therefore legal to dock a rotty tail there.
In a rottweiler how long should a tail be docked?
Tail docking is banned in the UK, and in some other countries, check the law for your country, otherwise you could have charges of animal cruelty brought against you. Docking should always be done by a veterinarian.
