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Tail Docking of Canine Puppies: Reassessment of the Tail's Role in Communication, the Acute Pain Caused by Docking and Interpretation of Behavioural Responses.
Animals (Basel)
May 2018
Animal Welfare Science and Bioethics Centre, School of Veterinary Science, Massey University, Palmerston North 4474, New Zealand.
Article Synopsis
- Laws and regulations are increasingly prohibiting non-therapeutic tail docking in puppies, citing concerns about communication, pain, and other complications.
- Research indicates that tail behavior is crucial in canine interactions, contributing significantly to understanding emotions and intentions, thus highlighting the importance of leaving tails undocked for better welfare.
- Moreover, scientific evidence suggests that puppies cannot consciously feel pain in the first week after birth, challenging arguments that docking causes acute pain at that age.
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