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Originally posted by OzMedia
I'm all for desexing domestic pets, unwanted offspring from pets is also a big problem and causes more unneeded suffering to innocent animals. I disagree, however, that animals need to be docked. for aesthetics. If a vet deems amputation of any body part is necessary to protect the dog's health then that is fine.
Dobermans however do not need to be docked, they're a big dog, their tails do not get in the way of anything else than their owners egos. As far as ears go, I can see no reason whatsoever to interfere with them and think that practice is unforgivable.
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I think docking and dewclaws are essential... I've raised a few dobies, and they are extremely active... they're on 'Intense Mode' nearly 24 hours a day. As far as ears go, that's more of an owner preference nowdays... personally, I think they look good either way, but I prefer cropped.
btw, here in Hawaii, animals are required to have a microchip implanted in them.... is that also cruel?