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Airedale Puppy Tail Docking

Airedale Puppy Tail Docking

Two day old Airedale Terriers at the Vet for tail docking and Dewclaw removal.

This is what the AKC says on the subject of tail docking and dewclaw removal: Many owners of specific breeds wish to maintain their dog’s historic practical function by having their puppy’s ears cropped, tails docked, or dewclaws removed. While some unfamiliar with the breeds believe that this is purely aesthetic, these procedures actually enhance the dog’s ability to perform the tasks it is meant to do. Continue reading “Airedale Puppy Tail Docking”

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Tail Docking

Airedale Terrier Puppy Tail Docking

tail docking Airedale Puppies
tail docking Airedale Puppies

Wow, never realized that my prior post about the tail docking would be so controversial. As I said before, this is my first time, and so am certainly far from being an expert. But keep in mind that Judi and I as well as Annie were in what the room, for both procedures on all nine pups. I said this before, but feel it’s worth saying again, in almost every case, there was a minor yelp, no different than when Annie accidentally stepped on a pup here at home.

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