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Originally Posted by gracielove  I can't see tail docking ever being against the law in this country since we cannot even get the puppy mill situation under control. It would be nice if the AKC and YTCA as well as other breed associations would get serious about the issue. I think the ear docking is more inhumane than the tail docking since it is done at a later age on dogs like the Doberman and Boxer. Have you ever seen them all bandaged up after the procedure? It's so sad. |
I think those who are dedicated to showing as well as breeding want to be able to compete outside the U.S. We are now a "global society" in everything. So it makes sense that the YTCA is mulling it over. Imagine - you go through all the trouble of developing fine breed lines and champion pedigrees and you're limited in showing your prize pup because of the docked tail. Maybe it will become optional in the U.S. I hope so anyway.