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Tails: To crop or not to crop Our Yorkie just had 2 pups Monday night. We have an appointment tomorrow to get their dewclaws and tails cropped, but I'm not sure if we should get the tails cropped. The mom has hers cropped, but the dad doesn't. Is there any "normal" choice between cropped, half-cropped, or not cropped? Thanks in advance! |
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I think most people (prospective buyers) would prefer cropped tails and I think they are cute. But I would really like to see a trend towards not cropping. It just seems cruel to me to do it. |
I really love the cropped tail, and I have to be honest that I'd choose a yorkie with a cropped tail over one that wasn't... What I'd be against though is dew-claw removal. As much as it's so much nicer and easier without them (I admit, I do like when they're not there--they grow so fast!) they're the dog's thumbs and they do use them to grasp things. Do I think it's cruel to remove them? Absolutely not. Can they function without them? Yeah. But I'd kinda be lost without my thumbs, and I see my dog (who doesn't have them) grasping a bone and I kinda feel bad cuz I know he'd have an easier time if he had his wittle thumb! Congrats on your new babies!!! |
I think you should dock the tails snce that is the standard |
I prefer the docked tails as I do on all dogs who are "supposed" to have them docked due to the standard. |
I would either do it, or not, no half docked business. Good luck on your decision!!! I know it's going to be a tough one! |
For starters, you should know that Yorkies don't have cropped ears...;) Other than that, you will get every possible answer as to if you should or shouldn't have this done. It is standard, and from what I've seen, the discomfort is minimal if done correctly. Some people view it as cruel and it is banned in Europe. So there's the facts... My advice is, figure out what YOU want, talk it over with your vet and proceed accordingly.:) |
My Rhapsody's tail isn't cropped. Tiger is. I think the full tail is cute, but Tiger's cropped tail doesn't take away from his cuteness either. Lol, I guess I haven't been helpful. |
I agree with de-clawing being cruel IMO. However, it has been said that docking the tail is the same thing as a circumcision for an infant male...I don't see that as "cruel" |
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Me too. |
Dock the tail that is the breeds "standard"!!! |
I go tomorrow to get the tails docked and dew claws removed. I'm NOT looking forward to it and hope their pain doesn't last long. :( |
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2 Attachment(s) My two ARENT docked and its cute either way IMO...here is a pic of Reecey with his tail...I love his tail and can imagine him not having it... |
Reecey is so cute. His tail is beautiful and gives him personality. |
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Good luck, we'll be thinking of you and your puppies tomorrow. :xfingers: |
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thanks....... very nervous.:( |
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Just out of curriosity, does anyone know why it is the standard? How it started? That said, I'm sure they will be fine as I think it really isn't much different than a baby boy getting circumsized. Don't worry too much mom! ;) Kim |
whatever you chose to do, dock tail or no dock tail.. still gonna be cute!! :) :thumbup: |
i purposely looked for a dog WITHOUT a docked tail. tails show emotion, sadness happiness etc its now illegal in England to dock any dogs tails. from April the 6th. i think its just an unessecary procedure. good luck with whatever you decide |
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And my Min Pin (whose tail was NOT done well, she doesn't even have a nubbin...there's NOTHING there) shakes her whole bum! :rolleyes: It's very cute. |
I personally prefer the docked tail look. I would also look for a dog with the dew claws removed. I've had problems with dew claws before and it's just easier to have the issue handled while they're young. Cali has her dew claws and they get caught on the carpet all the time -- poor little baby YELPS in pain. :( |
being that the yorkie standards here in the US is having it docked...i would personally docked it...unless you have buyers lined up that does not want it docked...good luck! |
Personally I Would Not Dock The Tail If I Had The Choice... Harvey Has His Waggy Tail And It Really Shows His Emotions. My Last Dog Didnt Have A Tail But Then That Was 15 Years Ago - Over Here Tails Are Left Alone Now. Harvey Has His Dew Claws Also And I Just Keep Them Trimmed Every Few Weeks After He Has Had A Bath. It Is A Difficult Decision To Make As I Dont Like To Think Of Inflicting Any Pain On An Animal Whatsoever. Even Though It Is Said To Be Minimal - But That Is Just My Opinion..... |
either way I'd dock if you wanted to be up to the standard , But I do have to agree I feel sorry for the little guys you know that has to hurt .. But if they are to love as a pet and nothing more I wouldnt dock but that is your dicission Hope I helped:) |
I believe that the original reason for docking the tails of some dogs had to do with the nature of the "job" they were given. I would imagine that in the case of a yorkie who would go into small places to chase out and kill rats, and long feathery tail might be a problem. Some countries are banning the docking of tails (England and New Zealand I think) because since the dogs are no longer used for their "jobs" the docking is now deemed unnecessary, and in the opinion of some...cruel. I personally would prefer a yorkie who was as close to the standard as possible...I love Tia's nubbin! Super cute when it really gets going! |
[quote=lizziepooh_1;1059431]I believe that the original reason for docking the tails of some dogs had to do with the nature of the "job" they were given. I would imagine that in the case of a yorkie who would go into small places to chase out and kill rats, and long feathery tail might be a problem. Some countries are banning the docking of tails (England and New Zealand I think) because since the dogs are no longer used for their "jobs" the docking is now deemed unnecessary, and in the opinion of some...cruel. I personally would prefer a yorkie who was as close to the standard as possible...I love Tia's nubbin! Super cute when it really gets going![/quote] I agree :) |
Well i have 1 thats done and 1 thats not. As its illegal here now to dock any dogs tail its saved me having to make that decision with my new 5 week old litter, Thank God. Good luck whatever you decide. But I am personally glad that they have banned it here. |
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