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Originally Posted by Lou  Thanks Kezza.
Your consideration is very much appreciatedl I thought I would probably take a little heat from my query but everyone is being very considerate. I just can't make up my mind. |
I prefer the docked tail also, but it would be very difficult for me to put Ellie through a tail amputation after the bones have hardened. I don't think I would do it, but thankfully hers is docked, so I don't have to choose.
She has her dewclaws and is keeping them.
It isn't as healthy but I won't put her through removing them now.
I'm sorry you have to make this decision.
Maybe talk to four or five vets that don't have a problem docking tails when the dog is 3-5 days old and see how they feel about it? How long is recovery? What are the complications?
Honestly though, since YorkieRose has heard of it being done and it wasn't a problem, maybe it is no big deal to just go through with it.