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| Issues > Policy > Ear cropping and tail docking |
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| AVMA policy |
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| Ear Cropping and Tail Docking |
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(Current as of June 2005)
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Ear cropping and tail docking in dogs for cosmetic reasons are not medically indicated nor of benefit to the patient. These procedures cause pain and distress, and, as with all surgical procedures, are accompanied by inherent risks of anesthesia, blood loss, and infection. Therefore, veterinarians should counsel dog owners about these matters before agreeing to perform these surgeries.
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American Veterinary Medical Association
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