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No 14 days old is not too old to dock. Puppies can be docked at any age up to 14 days old and there are still benefits to docking a puppy that is 14 days old. Specifically docking a puppy at 14 days old has the following advantages:

  • Reduced risk of infection: A puppy that is docked within the first 14 days of life has less risk of infection than one that is docked at a later age.
  • Reduced risk of complications: Puppies that are docked at 14 days or younger have a lower risk of complications such as hemorrhage inflammation and necrosis.
  • Easier recovery: Puppies that are docked at 14 days or younger tend to recover more quickly and with fewer complications than those that are docked at a later age.

While the benefits of docking a puppy at 14 days old are clear it is important to ensure that the procedure is done by an experienced and qualified veterinarian in order to minimize the risk of complications.

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Elenor Tillman

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