Dog health: ear cropping By Karen A. Soukiasian Dogs come inherently outfitted with the ears they need for their specific breed. Floppy ears keep out insects, water and dirt. But some people have determined that they want to change the look of their dog’s ears and decide to have them cropped. Don’t be duped. The cropping of ears was not so the dog could hear more acutely. It was done to make the dog look more intimidating. What looks more threatening, a Doberman with floppy ears or a Doberman with sharp, upright ears? In the real world, sometimes a puppy or dog suffers an injury to their ears, which may require cosmetic surgery to prevent infection or close a serious open tear or wound. For that, the procedure is understandable. However, many countries around the world, considered by us to be “less educated and enlightened” have recognized there is unquestionably no medical or health reason for a puppy or dog to under go ear cropping. They have banned it and the procedure is deemed illegal, with considerable fines. They also disqualify any dog who has undergone otopasty from authorized competitions. Ear cropping, also known as cosmetic otoplasty, is purely for a perceived image. The practice is cruel, mutilating and painful. If you don’t think so, cut off part of your ear! Bottom line: Many veterinarians in the U.S. are now voluntarily refusing to perform cosmetic ear cropping. They will do it only if there is an injury, health or medical reason for the procedure. That progressive change in thinking will make for a lot more happier, and pain-free puppies in the USA.
Posted on: Sun, 10 Aug 2014 18:37:43 +0000
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