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Why?

Docking, was made illegal in the 2006 Animal Welfare Act, though there are exemptions from the ban for certain types of working dog, or where docking is performed for medical treatment.

Working dogs used for hunting are exempt because they can be injured while running through thick brambles and thorns. That is why breeders, if they prove the dogs are for hunting are allowed to dock their puppies.

Vets, Petshops and Animal Care Online:

Docking is a procedure where a dog’s tail or ears are amputated. In 2006 UK legislation was introduced which meant that docking could only be performed by a Vet i.e. a Nottingham Vet and to only a select number of working dog breeds. Previous to this docking was somewhat unregulated and this amendment was undoubtedly needed to protect dog’s health and welfare.

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