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02-03-2010, 09:33 AM | #1 |
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| Ear docking I'm thinking it would be best to have Frisco's ears cut off since they are incorrigibly floppy. I think if I used a good kitchen knife or scissors, I could shape them so that the remaining parts will stand up like a perky show dog's should. Seriously, he looks like Dumbo. Has anyone tried this? Any tips? What do you use, general anaesthetic or local? Last edited by friscomom; 02-03-2010 at 09:34 AM. |
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02-03-2010, 09:39 AM | #2 |
Thor's Human Donating Member | Hi, friscomom. I believe you started this thread because you were shocked to learn about tail docking, and you want to provoke a discussion. Please understand, I do not support tail docking either, and will be very happy when it's finally outlawed in the U.S. However, I don't think this thread is the right way to express your opinion. It's just going to get everyone angry, and possibly result in some suspensions. Just my opinion. Personally, I'd recommend that you ask that admin close this thread, and start a thread in 'Animal Welfare', asking how we can change the laws in the states. I'd be interested to see if there is anything we can do at the local level. And I love the floppy ears on Frisco. |
02-03-2010, 09:43 AM | #3 |
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02-03-2010, 09:51 AM | #6 |
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| NOT FUNNY
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02-03-2010, 09:52 AM | #7 |
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| Are you insane? |
02-03-2010, 09:53 AM | #8 |
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| Seriously.......NOT FUNNY AT ALL!!!!!!
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02-03-2010, 09:55 AM | #9 |
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| I cannot believe what I just read.... Anyway, it looks like little Frisco just needs the hair trimmed around his ears and not to have them cropped. The weight of the hair actually pulls the ears down. So, get him to a groomer and have them cut the hair.
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02-03-2010, 09:57 AM | #10 |
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| I think Frisco is adorable....and his ears make him even more loveable!!! I hope he don't know what you're considering!! Shame on you!!
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02-03-2010, 10:00 AM | #11 |
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| Hey, I don't want to 'cause' anything, or be 'banned' for addressing a subject that the practitioners are uncomfortable talking about. I would like to influence cessation of an inhumane and needless practice. If people become 'angry', welcome to my world. My adrenalin has been surging since all of this was revealed to me last night, and when it stops the tears start flowing. I cannot understand how dog 'lovers' tolerate this. Most nations of the world have banned the practice. Hello? It's just mean. Don't do it. |
02-03-2010, 10:01 AM | #12 |
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| Totally uncalled for especially since you didn't even know your pup's tail was docked. Again read this thread. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...d-respect.html
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02-03-2010, 10:02 AM | #13 |
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| Yes, you are right. I have a long haired German shepherd and was told that because of the extra hair his ears may not stand on their own. Well, now almost 5 years later (what!! he's getting old!), he has one floppy ear and one up ear. I love his look |
02-03-2010, 10:13 AM | #14 |
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