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What happens do a dog's tail when it gets docked by the vet Where does the tail go?

When a dog's tail is docked, the vet surgically removes part of the tail. The removed tail does not get reattached or preserved. It is typically disposed of as medical waste according to proper disposal protocols.


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 tails?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis do NOT have tails. Cardigan Corgis DO have tails. yes they do!!! they don't but they had bushy tails!!! :) there your answer


Is it bad to dock a dogo argentino's tail?

Docking a Dogo Argentino's tail is generally considered unnecessary and inhumane. It is illegal or heavily restricted in many countries due to the unnecessary pain and risks associated with the procedure. Dogs use their tails to communicate and balance, so removing it can affect their well-being.


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.

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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?

When a dog's tail is docked, the vet surgically removes part of the tail. The removed tail does not get reattached or preserved. It is typically disposed of as medical waste according to proper disposal protocols.


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 West Highland Terrier's Tail usually docked?

No. Never.


Are rot weiler's aloud ther tail's docked?

yes


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


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.


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.


Is the tail of an Australian shepherd dog docked?

Tail docking of dogs for prophylactic (preventative) or cosmetic reasons is illegal in all Australian states. Tail docking by a vet for therapeutic reasons, such as if the tail is injured, is the only legal form of tail docking for dogs in Australia.


Do dogs have a nurve in the tail if so do the feel much pian when their tails are docked?

Dogs do have pain receptors in their tails so they will feel it when they are docked. However, if performed correctly and on a very young puppy, the bleeding should stop almost immeadiately and the tail will not have developed enough to properly send the pain messages to the brain. A more humane method where no blood is lost and no pain is caused is called ''banding''.


Length of red heeler tail after docked at three days old?

it depends on who is docking the tail the vet or a breeder