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Ask a Vet: No, you shouldn’t have your dog’s ears cropped

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The article discusses the aesthetic nature of ear cropping and tail docking in dogs, highlighting the lack of medical necessity and potential harm. It notes that these practices are banned in many countries, though still allowed in most U.S. states. The article also covers the risks and ethical concerns of devocalization in dogs.

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