Cocker Spaniels/tail docking

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When I take my puppies to the vet to have their tails docked how much length does he need to leave ?

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Well, you don't HAVE to dock their tails at all.  So first I'd ask why you're doing this?  I suggest you do some research on how painful this is and the reasons for doing it.  Just do a keyword search on "Docking a dog's tail" and then decide.
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Delores Beck

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Health, nutrition, training. Please note: I used to highly recommend Innova products but, unfortunately, as with Canidae, they have sold out to Proctor & Gamble. This guarantees lower quality to a dangerous point so I will no longer be advising anyone to buy it.

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20 years of owning this breed.

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Psychology, MA

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