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Originally Posted by magicgenie  Since the standard changed all over Europe a few years ago the US judges have been encouraged by the AKC to use their own discretion as to how to deal with docked vs undocked tails. Most complied by simply ignoring the undocked dog, awarding them very rarely. This appears to be changing fast and I understand YTCA is reconsidering the standard because US breeders are hurt by being excluded from international competition with their docked dogs. It's been interesting. I've been building my line mainly on imports, hence there have been lots of undocked dogs in my kennel and I've taken a liking to the long tail. Boy, didn't I take some bashings on this board over that. |
Undocked yorkies have been allowed to show for several years in the US. Agree with the above, the US judges just won't put up an undocked yorkie, but I think within the next couple of years that will change
I used to be one that preferred docked tails, thinking they gave a yorkie a more balanced appearance. After having Razz with his natural tail, I've changed my opinion and believe both styles have their merits.