Tail Docking
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Alberta veterinarians vote to ban declawing, ear cropping, tail docking surgeries: ‘It’s inhumane’Alberta veterinarians have voted to ban medically unnecessary surgical procedures such as removing an animal's claws, ears, tails and vocal cords.CanadaFeb 25, 2019
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Debate over policy changes for canine cosmetic surgery continues in Nova ScotiaThere are many incoming changes to the Nova Scotia Animal Protection Act, and not everybody is happy about them.PoliticsSep 25, 2018
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Nova Scotia purebred dog breeders ‘disappointed’ with animal protection changesThe changes include the banning of cosmetic surgery that alters an animal's appearance, including tail docking and ear cropping, unless medically necessary.PoliticsSep 24, 2018
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Ontario animal welfare agency investigates disturbing mutilation of puppy’s earsWARNING: This story contains graphic images and details not suitable for all readers. The Hamilton-Burlington Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is investigating after a 12-week-old puppy's ears were brutally mutilated, possibly with a pair of scissors.CanadaFeb 9, 2018
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Nova Scotia woman fined $400 for removing puppies’ tailsTail docking is the process of removing an animals tail. The practice has been banned in the province since 2010.CrimeJun 19, 2017
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Nova Scotia woman charged with injuring puppies by docking tailsA Nova Scotia woman has been charged for allegedly docking the tails of puppies, a practice banned in the province.CrimeJan 5, 2017
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Tail docking ban sigh of relief for Okanagan woman with suffering dogCheryl Milroy said her dog Ava was healthy and happy until a few months ago when she noticed her four-month-old Morkie was having issues with her tail.CanadaNov 14, 2016
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B.C. vets ban tail docking of dogs, horses and cattleThe College of Veterinarians of British Columbia (CVBC) have voted to ban tail docking and alteration of dogs, horses and cattle.Nov 8, 2016
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