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All Dobermann Pinschers are born with long, natural tails. In some countries, docking is performed to surgically shorten the tail to make the dog meet the breed standard and be aesthetically pleasing for shows. This operation is performed by a vet when the puppy is under three days old, when the tail is cut off with curved, surgical scissors. This is a cosmetic amputation, like dew claw removal or ear cropping, and serves no practical purpose. This operation is only legal in some parts of America and Canada.

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