RSPCA Policy A10 Surgical modification of companion animals
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Article ID: 162
Last updated: 29 Oct, 2008
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RSPCA Australia is opposed to the surgical modification of animals for cosmetic or non-therapeutic purposes. The RSPCA considers the following specific procedures to be unnecessary and detrimental to the welfare of the animal concerned: |
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- tail docking of dogs |
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- ear-cropping of dogs |
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RSPCA Australia does not support the debarking of dogs to prevent excessive barking unless all other reasonable options have been attempted and the operation is regarded as the only alternative to euthanasia. |
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RSPCA Australia does not support the removal of claws or teeth in companion animals (including dogs, cats and ferrets) unless it is necessary for the welfare of the animal concerned. |
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