Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Determining Whether Ear Cropping Is Best For Your Pet

By Jeannie Chapman


There has been much debate around the process of ear cropping with more animal laws coming up against the practice and more pet owners finding it difficult to find veterinarians to implement such modifications. The procedure is largely dependent on owner preference for the appearance of canines, but the unfortunate side is a failure to consider what would be in the best interests of the animal. It is important to consider the features that are associated with such intervention before moving forward with such changes.

Many pure bred dogs including pitbulls and dobermans have the ears cropped because of the visual appeal the it provides the animal. Such procedures are invasive and only performed on pets younger than 12 weeks of age. It does not serve any medical or functional purposes, but merely an aesthetic value and a difference in the appearance of the beloved canine.

Reliable breeders will seek to have the ears of young pups cropped before it leaves for its new home, but if you are faced with the decision, it is necessary to consider the measures that have been associated with such practice. The crop is a surgery that involves the removal of the top of the ears and may involve the insertion of supports in order to maintain an erect appearance. Upright ears requires constant taping that will need to take place for a few weeks to achieve the desired result.

With time there are many breeds that have undergone the experience of cropping because it was believed to create more of a powerful and attractive appearance. The measures ranging from cropped ears to docked tails have come under scrutiny because it only serves a cosmetic purpose. All pets will have to experience long recovery times that include a tremendous amount of pain and the possibility of infection.

Many have argued the performance of such procedure is cruel as it subjects the dog to unnecessary discomfort without serving any substantial physical or environmental purpose. Animal rights organizations have been up in arms with regards to the practice because it only serves to satisfy the interests of owners and subject the young dog to pain. With a focus on such trends, there are also breeders attempting such alterations without veterinary assistance resulting in severe disfigurement and painful symptoms.

An advantage that is believed to be offered with the shorter ears is the possibility of reducing susceptibility for ear infections that are most prevalent with drooped ears. Veterinarians do not support this view, but owners have noted a difference because of a decrease in the accumulation of moisture. The procedure should only be implemented by an experienced vet.

There are numerous styles of cropped ears. Animal doctors should be qualified to deliver the outcome you are looking for. If you fail to research the right professionals it could lead to scarring and infection.

The process of ear cropping is regarded a common trend that has focused on much debate. Veterinarians will not apply the physical changes because it does not offer benefits for the animal. Changes that are made to the puppy should only be performed in consultation with an experienced and qualified vet.




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