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Does a ram have a tail?
yes all sheep have tails just some are docked as lambs
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.
Are Australian sheepdogs born without a tail?
when they are a few days old the breeder will get it docked. the reason why is because when they are herding sheep or other animals, the tail would some times get cut or stuck on stuff. they look better docked.
What is the ideal tail shape of a Kuvasz?
The ideal tail shape of a Kuvasz is low and not docked.
What happens do a dog's tail when it gets docked by the vet Where does the tail go?
The removal of a dog's tail is the same as if you lose your arm - it won't grow back.
Does a miniature pinscher's tail need to be docked?
No dog needs its tail to be docked, but the operation is performed for cosmetic reasons on some breeds. Show Miniature Pinschers are almost always docked in countries that allow it, but the operation does not affect the dog's health.
Are rot weiler's aloud ther tail's docked?
yes
Are West Highland Terrier's Tail usually docked?
No. Never.
How old does a baby Doberman need to be to get its tail docked?
The puppy will need to be less than four days old to be docked.
What does it mean when you touch the dogs tail and he cries?
if your dogs tail has been docked, and you touch its tail its obviously scared of you and thing your going to hurts it tail duh................... oh and if it has not been cut off [docked] then i dunno by the way, ooh ohh la beary
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.
Does an English bulldog tail need snipping?
Medically, no, it is not necessary to dock (snip or shorten) a bulldog's tail. However, breed standards in the US and possibly other countries require a bulldog's tail to be docked for show purposes, and most people who own a bulldog will have the tail docked. No. According to the AKC breed standards, a purebred English Bulldog's tail isn't docked, it's naturally short.
