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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.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe tail should be docked to about 2 to 3 inches. Unfortunately, my dog's was docked too short, so she has half a vertebrate left for a tail. When you have enough tail, you can actually see the tail move, which is nice.
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∙ 13y agoTail docking should only be done by a veterinarian, the procedure is normally done within 24 hrs of the pups being born. Please see related question additional information..
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∙ 13y agoWhat does that mean. If you mean the dock, the part of its body, that kind of dock, well I have a Shetland Sheepdog, and his dock is right before the tail. {on horses too.}
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∙ 12y agoRottweiler tails shouldn't be docked after 5 days old. If you are thinking of docking it after that age, consult a veterinarian.
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How long should a doberman tail when dock?
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.
How do you tell if a rottweiler is purebreed?
You can check a dog breed handbook and look up a rottweiler. Rottweilers usually have a docked tail. They are somewhat bulky, and are black with redish brown markings above their eyes, on their chest, and legs. They have a smooth coat.
Is it bad to dock a dogo argentino's tail?
The dogo's tail doesn't need to be docked and a docked tail is a disqualifier in competition.
Do field spaniels have their tails docked?
Field Spaniels tails are usually docked, especially if they are used for work. The Breed Standard does not stipulate how much of the tail should be docked, but it is usually docked at around the second joint.
Do corgis have their tails docked?
There are two types of Corgi, the Pembroke and the Welsh. On has a long tail the other a very short tail.
Does a Basset Hound have a long or stubby tail?
No, unless if your Labrador have a docked (cut short) tail. Most Labradors have a medium-length, rounded tail called "otter tail".
If i adopt a 6 week old boxer puppy with an undocked tail should i take it to the vet or will it be to late to be docked?
If you adopt a six-week old Boxer puppy with an undocked tail, there is no need to take it to the vet, it is to late to have the tail docked.
How long should a Lakeland terrier's tail be docked?
According to the breed standard of the American Kennel Club (AKC), a Lakeland Terrier's tail should be docked so that the tip is in level with the occiput when the dog is standing in a show position. However, if you are not showing your dog, there is no reason why you should dock your Lakeland Terrier's tail. Docking causes great pain to the dog, and may also be illegal in some countries such as the UK.
Is it illegal for a rot weiler to have its tail docked?
It not only isn't illegal, a docked tail is one of the breed characteristics. A Rottie with an UNdocked tail would not be show-quality or eligible for competitions in which breed standards must be met. Docking ANY dog's tail should only be done by a fully trained and qualified professional.
Do Boston terriers tails have to be docked?
No they don't. The American Kennel Club is tyring to bring back the long tail.
Are rottweiler puppy's supposed to have tails clipped?
No, theyre are not born without tails. It has been a tradition to cut off a rottweiler's tail from a young age. This was done because they had a powerful tail and would hit it againt things and hurt themselves. However, the law has now changed so that it is illegal to cut off a rottweiler's tail.
Are all dogs tails long?
No. Some dog's tails are docked (cut) when they are born or at another age. This involves a vet or breeder chopping off the dog's tail. If the tail was cut to a stub on a Rottweiler, your question would be false.
