10 day old Rottie pups, pictures

**jennielynn1970** · 08-19-2007, 03:05 PM

Originally Posted by RedyreRotties

Jenn,

Yes, it is necessary. My puppies are docked anywhere from shortly after birth to 3 days of age. This litter was docked at 2 days of age, and at the same time had the rear dew claws removed which were present on about half of the litter.

As a member of the National Club, I will abide by our breed standard which states that the Rottweiler tail is docked short, close to the body leaving one or two vertebra.

I refuse to get into a public debate about whether anyone agrees with docking, nor will I try to convince anyone who feels it is cruel and barbaric otherwise. I WILL say that if one has not personally witnessed several litters being docked, then one should reserve comment. As long as docking is legal in this country, all my puppies will be docked. I have this information clearly on my website so that anyone who is interested in purchasing a puppy that does not have a docked tail can continue their search elsewhere.

If you want the real story on how docking makes puppies feel, look at the weight chart. Stressed upset puppies do not eat well and gain weight. This litter has not been supplemented AT ALL. You can see for yourself how they did from day 2 to day 3, they were docked early in the morning on day 2.

If you have other questions, comments, or discussion on this subject, I would respectfully ask that you contact me to discuss it. I would hate to see this joyful thread degenerate into a docking flame war.

I asked a question, you answered it. I wasn't condemning you, so you don't need to be so defensive. Geez. Sorry I asked... I was just wondering, that's all.

**king2005** · 08-19-2007, 04:17 PM

Originally Posted by jenn_librarian

I asked a question, you answered it. I wasn't condemning you, so you don't need to be so defensive. Geez. Sorry I asked... I was just wondering, that's all.

Don't take offence to the breeders reply, I'm sure they have been flamed before & tend to get defensive on the topic.. there have been MANY docking wars on here in the past...

**RedyreRotties** · 08-19-2007, 04:27 PM

Originally Posted by jenn_librarian

I asked a question, you answered it. I wasn't condemning you, so you don't need to be so defensive. Geez. Sorry I asked... I was just wondering, that's all.

I wasn't being defensive. You asked a direct question. I answered it directly.

If you have anything further, please contact me privately. You obviously would have my email since you have visited my website.