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09-04-2006, 06:47 PM
#1

Has docking been banned in england now?

Don't want to start a debate - just a yes or no will do

Just not sure about it's current status?! The MP's voted yes for a ban - is it banned now, or going to be soon, or otherwise?!
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09-04-2006, 07:06 PM
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I read something about a ban in october.
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09-04-2006, 07:07 PM
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I know the Scottish Parliament voted for a Ban up here but I'm not sure about the rest of the UK.

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09-04-2006, 07:33 PM
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Dont think it is enforced yet..I am sure i read it is still in the 2nd reading stage.............. I know it was also going to the house of lords.........so may still be thrown out (hopefully) not starting an argument just my own opinion
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09-04-2006, 07:36 PM
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No, there is no law banning it yet
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09-04-2006, 07:50 PM
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I've been told by my breeder that a total ban on docking comes in in October.

I'm very sad about that as my preferred breed, Dobermann , may well be seeing the last of it's days

I'm sure I will be shouted down for saying that; but Dobes are beautiful dogs without their whip like tails.
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09-04-2006, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Jackbox
Dont think it is enforced yet..I am sure i read it is still in the 2nd reading stage.............. I know it was also going to the house of lords.........so may still be thrown out (hopefully) not starting an argument just my own opinion
i agree, i hope they throw it out
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09-04-2006, 08:23 PM
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have mixed views but i don't own a docked breed
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09-04-2006, 08:55 PM
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I have mixed views too, and i do own a docked breed. They definately look better without their tails, but i'd love them just as much with a tail.
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09-04-2006, 09:25 PM
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I too have a Dobermann (just 13 weeks old) and was led to believe that damage to the spine can occur if the tail is not docked.

I think docking when it is for medical reasons is okay but cosmetic should definitely be banned. Isn't there a docked breed council in existence that champions docking for certain breeds only on medical grounds?
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