Tail docking is done to prevent tail injury.
Having said that it was mainly done so when Yorkies were considered "working dogs" as well, and far more prone to injury. I
It is illegal throughout varies places in Europe.
There are many studies out there showing the benefits of tail docking in the aspect of injury prevention and emergency docking due to injury the current rate in Europe is 30% higher rates of tail injuries-obviously because far more dogs there have full tails.
Personally I like tail docking on breeds it is seen necessicary, as well ear cropping when medically necessicary: I would have a licensed experienced vet do it properly,to prevent injury and infections.
Although I personally think long tails are just beautiful.
I have experienced both dew claw (from getting a dog without them being removed) injury and also emergency removal.
Also tail injury BF's dog for whatever reason always got her tail hurt somehow. She was a crazy active dog though too. |