I’ve got a 7-month-old Doberman with a long crop, somewhere between a medium and large length. At first, I only taped them for a few days, and although the ears stood up, it wasn't right. I then switched to a posting method for a few months, but they didn't stay up permanently; one was fine but the other would stand for a few minutes and then flop back down. Recently, I tried taping them with straws and had better results—the floppy one didn't drop as quickly. This past week, I used a taping method with a water bottle and after 5 days I changed the dressing and saw a good result. The ears are standing up exactly as they should. I’ve put another lot of tape on just to be sure. Do you think there’s a chance they’ll stay up now? Food-wise, I’m feeding him Royal Canin—I mix the Maxi Puppy dry food with steamed chicken and carrots once a day, plus a calcium tablet every two days. What do you reckon?
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Hi, I know this thread is a bit old now but I thought I’d take a chance anyway. I was wondering if you ever found a vet to do your dog’s ear cropping? I’d be really interested to know, please.
Hi everyone, I’m bumping this old thread, but I’m also in favour of ear cropping depending on the breed. Dobermanns, for instance, just don't look the same without their ears cropped. I’m actually looking for a contact from anyone who feels the same way—please send me a PM. Cheers.
Hi there,
It’s definitely been a while since this was posted...
I also prefer the look of cropped and docked Dobermanns, but I agree with @Kikaah... it doesn’t change their personality, it’s purely down to aesthetics (and even then it’s subjective, as some people think they look better natural).
Quick note for @Kikaah: while it’s unlikely a Dobermann will start miaowing, I’ve noticed they make some really weird noises... between that "weuhleuheuleu" bark and the nasal sounds they always make, I sometimes wonder if they’re actually dogs or just trumpets on legs!
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Hi everyone,
I’m reviving this old thread, but I’m also in favour of ear cropping for dogs, depending on the breed. Dobermanns, for instance, just don't look the same without their ears done. I’m actually looking for a contact from anyone who shares a similar view, so please drop me a PM.
Cheers
Hi, I’m reviving this old thread as it's something I’m interested in. I see people mentioning animal abuse or even torture regarding ear cropping. Personally, I’m not against it for certain breeds. On the other hand, I find neutering a male dog or cat, or spaying a female, far more barbaric. On what grounds? It’s clearly just for the owners' convenience. Yet, it's completely life-altering for the animal. But everyone seems to think it’s normal. It’s almost treated as if you're doing them a favour... Who are we kidding? Why shouldn't it be banned just like ear cropping or tail docking? What are the real motivations behind neutering if not to suppress the animal's natural reproductive and territorial instincts? Cheers.
Evening, this thread is several months old... there's nothing stopping you from starting a new one to debate the subject, but expect some heated discussions!
I’m digging this thread up a bit because it’s a topic that interests me.
I see people talking about abuse, or even torture, when it comes to ear cropping. Personally, I’m not against it for certain breeds.
On the other hand, I find it much more barbaric to neuter a dog or cat, or spay a female. On what grounds? It’s perfectly clear that it’s just for the owners' convenience. Yet, it’s completely life-altering for the animal.
But everyone thinks it’s normal. It’s almost seen as doing them a favour...
Who are we kidding? Why isn’t it banned in the same way as ear cropping or tail docking?
What are the real motivations behind neutering, if not to strip away the animal's natural reproductive and territorial instincts?
Contrary to what some might think, ear cropping and tail docking were originally intended to help a dog’s working ability and health.
I’m passionate about dogs, especially the Beauceron. Back when my dogs had cropped ears, they never, ever suffered from ear infections. As soon as they started having floppy ears, it was just one ear infection after another.
Those against cropping argue that it’s painful for the puppy and that, once they're adults, the dog won't let anyone touch its ears... that’s a complete load of rubbish. I’ve never seen a puppy suffer from it or a dog become traumatised—unlike the suffering caused by chronic ear infections.
What’s more, as the Beauceron is a herding dog, it needs to be able to ***** its ears up to manage the flock effectively. A dog with upright ears triggers an atavistic response, reminding the flock (and people, too, for that matter) of a wolf. In other words, herding, protection, and deterrence are much more difficult for these dogs now. This instinctual reaction has always been well-known; you only have to watch a sheepdog working a flock with its ears up to be convinced.
It’s just stupid laws made by people who haven’t got a clue...
And as for those who claim they choose their dog solely for its temperament, yet pick out a puppy in half an hour... well, it’s a well-known fact that men love busty blondes for their "personality". And women adore George Clooney for his "intellect"—you have to wonder why someone like a Nobel Prize-winning author isn't a massive Hollywood star instead.
Contrary to what some might think, ear cropping and tail docking were originally intended to help a dog’s working ability and health.
I’m passionate about dogs, especially the Beauceron. Back when my dogs had cropped ears, they never, ever suffered from ear infections. As soon as they started having floppy ears, it was just one ear infection after another.
Those against cropping argue that it’s painful for the puppy and that, once they're adults, the dog won't let anyone touch its ears... that’s a complete load of rubbish. I’ve never seen a puppy suffer from it or a dog become traumatised—unlike the suffering caused by chronic ear infections.
What’s more, as the Beauceron is a herding dog, it needs to be able to ***** its ears up to manage the flock effectively. A dog with upright ears triggers an atavistic response, reminding the flock (and people, too, for that matter) of a wolf. In other words, herding, protection, and deterrence are much more difficult for these dogs now. This instinctual reaction has always been well-known; you only have to watch a sheepdog working a flock with its ears up to be convinced.
It’s just stupid laws made by people who haven’t got a clue...
And as for those who claim they choose their dog solely for its temperament, yet pick out a puppy in half an hour... well, it’s a well-known fact that men love busty blondes for their "personality". And women adore George Clooney for his "intellect"—you have to wonder why someone like a Nobel Prize-winning author isn't a massive Hollywood star instead.
Spain is a country where ear cropping is legal and has never been banned, which just goes to show that the EU is often used as a convenient scapegoat. So, any vet there can do it.
