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Rhanna · 03-17-2006, 10:08 AM

Tashasmom,
It is not so easy to find Yorkies with tails. Since I purchased my Yorkie I have came accross a few hobby breeders that do not dock tails. If the puppy is being sold as a pet I don't see the need to dock the tail. It would be nice to have a choice.

Nikko's_human · 03-17-2006, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Rhanna

Tashasmom,
It is not so easy to find Yorkies with tails. Since I purchased my Yorkie I have came accross a few hobby breeders that do not dock tails. If the puppy is being sold as a pet I don't see the need to dock the tail. It would be nice to have a choice.

So true. Had I been given a choice, I would have purchased a puppy with his tail but that was not the case.

sashajade · 03-17-2006, 10:11 AM

the 2 yorkies i had with docked tails were done before i got them and when it was the norm and i didnt know much about it. the yorkie i have now with a docked tail was a rescue dog and i wasnt gonna leave her without a home cos someone chopped her tail off, and badly i may add as she has a bone sticking out of it.the 2 pups i bred my self have there tails and enjoy wagging them

but like i said each to there own

sashajade · 03-17-2006, 10:16 AM

no choice if they are bred or not? you never saw my yorkie with pmt then when my male use to try it on with her

there was no way he was gonna get his leg over not even if he bought her chocs and a bunch of flowers

kitty · 03-17-2006, 10:18 AM

I agree that there are people out there that shouldn't be docking tails. That is why I leave it to my vet to do on my pups. I am also pleased that there are people out there that want dogs with their tails and they should have a choice. Unless I have someone waiting for a pup and wants the tail left I will continue to let my vet dock their tails. I have a litter of 5 and only 1 boy and everyone on my list wanted a boy or it is not a good time right now so since I didn't have homes lined up for the girls I had their tails done too.

megan_kat22 · 03-17-2006, 10:30 AM

I understand that this is a big issue to many. But until the standard is changed, if the docking is done at a time where there is the least amount of pain possible, I think we need to focus on other issues that threaten this breed more. Such as liver shunts that are becoming more and more common, the large amount of Yorkshires in rescues, and the large amount of them bred too small to be "teacups". This is something we all can agree and work together to change. JMO.

Tashasmom · 03-17-2006, 10:44 AM

I am glad that you have replied to this thread. I really had no idea that others preferred to have tails long. Just because I like them short doesn't mean that others shouldn't be able to enjoy long tails. I thought I already responed that that one post sounded harsh. I didn't mean it that way..i guess it came out wrong. Sorry bout that. But I will say if someone wanted a pup from me and they told me ahead of time. i would not dock the tail of the one they wanted if they didn't have it that way. I don't think docking is something that has to be done. I just like the looks of it docked and I don't think it's cruel to do it. So that said. I have to say I had no idea I was so in to tails or stubs lol i've posted more on this thread than I have on any other..including others I've started as well lol..
I agree there are more important things to discuss but this thread is about tails and I think it's important to know how people feel on this aspect as well.

dskeeter1983 · 03-17-2006, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Tashasmom

I am glad that you have replied to this thread. I really had no idea that others preferred to have tails long. Just because I like them short doesn't mean that others shouldn't be able to enjoy long tails. I thought I already responed that that one post sounded harsh. I didn't mean it that way..i guess it came out wrong. Sorry bout that. But I will say if someone wanted a pup from me and they told me ahead of time. i would not dock the tail of the one they wanted if they didn't have it that way. I don't think docking is something that has to be done. I just like the looks of it docked and I don't think it's cruel to do it. So that said. I have to say I had no idea I was so in to tails or stubs lol i've posted more on this thread than I have on any other..including others I've started as well lol..
I agree there are more important things to discuss but this thread is about tails and I think it's important to know how people feel on this aspect as well.

nicely said

bevpeter · 03-17-2006, 11:03 AM

My yorkie's tail is docked, i love her the way she is.....i would greatly appreciate people not responding so rudely to me cuz i think you people DO NOT UNDERSTAND what i meant regarding the picture.. it's just a gross picture i know it's something thats done i have no problem with it, i like the way they look with no tail.. i'm not saying anyone is a murder you people just need to relax i just meant it as in the picture was gross, whether the tails are cut or not that's fine i would just rather not have seen that picture..

Tashasmom · 03-17-2006, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by bevpeter

My yorkie's tail is docked, i love her the way she is.....i would greatly appreciate people not responding so rudely to me cuz i think you people DO NOT UNDERSTAND what i meant regarding the picture.. it's just a gross picture i know it's something thats done i have no problem with it, i like the way they look with no tail.. i'm not saying anyone is a murder you people just need to relax i just meant it as in the picture was gross, whether the tails are cut or not that's fine i would just rather not have seen that picture..

I don't know what post you are referring to..i just know saw the picture. I didn't think anyone was saying anything agianst you. I think everyone is just posting how they feel. If you have taken offense I'm sorry but there isn't any need to we are all just stating our opinions. Don't let what we say bother you it's just a post and just a thread. I've had to learn that myself. If they or I disagree with you it doesn't mean we are against you. I know I"m not. I agree the picture is yucky but it's just a picture of a precedure that is done. Nothing more. I don't think it was posted to upset anyone. I'm sure she posted it so we could see both sides. Either way I'm relaxed your relaxed and I"m sure the rest are relaxed..

dskeeter1983 · 03-17-2006, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by bevpeter

My yorkie's tail is docked, i love her the way she is.....i would greatly appreciate people not responding so rudely to me cuz i think you people DO NOT UNDERSTAND what i meant regarding the picture.. it's just a gross picture i know it's something thats done i have no problem with it, i like the way they look with no tail.. i'm not saying anyone is a murder you people just need to relax i just meant it as in the picture was gross, whether the tails are cut or not that's fine i would just rather not have seen that picture..

yes that picture was very gross and i could have went without seeing it to but i guess if that was the case i should not have looked at it.

Tashasmom · 03-17-2006, 11:16 AM

dskeeter..i'm picturing you trying to read with you eyes closed..lol..thats too funny..

megan_kat22 · 03-17-2006, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by dskeeter1983

yes that picture was very gross and i could have went without seeing it to but i guess if that was the case i should not have looked at it.

if i had known thats what it was i wouldn't have clicked it, but i couldnt tell lol... yucky.. and very graphic...

dskeeter1983 · 03-17-2006, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tashasmom

dskeeter..i'm picturing you trying to read with you eyes closed..lol..thats too funny..

but the pics on here are so small , that you really have to loook at them , that or click on them. lol
and i can barely read with them open let alone shut . just joking.

BamaFan121s · 03-17-2006, 11:25 AM

The picture didn't bother me, but then again, very little does. Like I said, I've disected cadavers...it's all down hill from there...lol.

I must say that if someone came to me and said they wanted one of our pups without the tail docked, I would oblige them the request on one condition. I would never have a tail docked on an older dog without anesthesia...I would insist on it being performed as a surgical procedure. Should the person change their mind after the first week, I've got a pup with a tail that I run the risk of having trouble placing because it has not been made "standard." (Not saying that's right, this is just my view.) In order for me to leave the tail in tact, I would require them to put down a non-refundable deposit in the amount of what it would cost to have the tail docked at a later date. Of course, I think the odds of running accross such a request are slim to none, but IMO, that is how I would handle it.

03-17-2006, 10:30 AM	#96
megan_kat22 I love my boys! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 1,913	I understand that this is a big issue to many. But until the standard is changed, if the docking is done at a time where there is the least amount of pain possible, I think we need to focus on other issues that threaten this breed more. Such as liver shunts that are becoming more and more common, the large amount of Yorkshires in rescues, and the large amount of them bred too small to be "teacups". This is something we all can agree and work together to change. JMO. __________________ -Megan, Tucker & Tripp "My little dogs- heartbeats at my feet" www.dropshots.com/megan_kat22

03-17-2006, 10:44 AM	#97
Tashasmom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 950	I am glad that you have replied to this thread. I really had no idea that others preferred to have tails long. Just because I like them short doesn't mean that others shouldn't be able to enjoy long tails. I thought I already responed that that one post sounded harsh. I didn't mean it that way..i guess it came out wrong. Sorry bout that. But I will say if someone wanted a pup from me and they told me ahead of time. i would not dock the tail of the one they wanted if they didn't have it that way. I don't think docking is something that has to be done. I just like the looks of it docked and I don't think it's cruel to do it. So that said. I have to say I had no idea I was so in to tails or stubs lol i've posted more on this thread than I have on any other..including others I've started as well lol.. I agree there are more important things to discuss but this thread is about tails and I think it's important to know how people feel on this aspect as well. __________________ LOVE MEANS MORE THAN JUST HUGS & KISSES!!

03-17-2006, 11:16 AM	#102
Tashasmom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 950	dskeeter..i'm picturing you trying to read with you eyes closed..lol..thats too funny.. __________________ LOVE MEANS MORE THAN JUST HUGS & KISSES!!

03-17-2006, 10:08 AM	#91
Rhanna Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 143	Tashasmom, It is not so easy to find Yorkies with tails. Since I purchased my Yorkie I have came accross a few hobby breeders that do not dock tails. If the puppy is being sold as a pet I don't see the need to dock the tail. It would be nice to have a choice.

03-17-2006, 10:11 AM	#93
sashajade YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: kent england Posts: 1,646	the 2 yorkies i had with docked tails were done before i got them and when it was the norm and i didnt know much about it. the yorkie i have now with a docked tail was a rescue dog and i wasnt gonna leave her without a home cos someone chopped her tail off, and badly i may add as she has a bone sticking out of it.the 2 pups i bred my self have there tails and enjoy wagging them but like i said each to there own

03-17-2006, 10:16 AM	#94
sashajade YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: kent england Posts: 1,646	no choice if they are bred or not? you never saw my yorkie with pmt then when my male use to try it on with her there was no way he was gonna get his leg over not even if he bought her chocs and a bunch of flowers

03-17-2006, 10:18 AM	#95
kitty My Best Friend Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 2,258	I agree that there are people out there that shouldn't be docking tails. That is why I leave it to my vet to do on my pups. I am also pleased that there are people out there that want dogs with their tails and they should have a choice. Unless I have someone waiting for a pup and wants the tail left I will continue to let my vet dock their tails. I have a litter of 5 and only 1 boy and everyone on my list wanted a boy or it is not a good time right now so since I didn't have homes lined up for the girls I had their tails done too.

03-17-2006, 11:03 AM	#99
bevpeter Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Toronto, Ont Posts: 117	My yorkie's tail is docked, i love her the way she is.....i would greatly appreciate people not responding so rudely to me cuz i think you people DO NOT UNDERSTAND what i meant regarding the picture.. it's just a gross picture i know it's something thats done i have no problem with it, i like the way they look with no tail.. i'm not saying anyone is a murder you people just need to relax i just meant it as in the picture was gross, whether the tails are cut or not that's fine i would just rather not have seen that picture..

03-17-2006, 11:25 AM	#105
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	The picture didn't bother me, but then again, very little does. Like I said, I've disected cadavers...it's all down hill from there...lol. I must say that if someone came to me and said they wanted one of our pups without the tail docked, I would oblige them the request on one condition. I would never have a tail docked on an older dog without anesthesia...I would insist on it being performed as a surgical procedure. Should the person change their mind after the first week, I've got a pup with a tail that I run the risk of having trouble placing because it has not been made "standard." (Not saying that's right, this is just my view.) In order for me to leave the tail in tact, I would require them to put down a non-refundable deposit in the amount of what it would cost to have the tail docked at a later date. Of course, I think the odds of running accross such a request are slim to none, but IMO, that is how I would handle it.