Bye Bye Tail...

I hope all goes well with the dock. Let us know how he does after the surgery. Healing and positive vibes being sent for a speedy recovery.

thanks! we appreciate it. I will definitely keep you all updated.

Patch is getting a nub, heal quickly.

Good luck Patch....Sending lots of positive vibes for a good and easy surgery and recovery

good luck patch!

Good Luck Patch...  make sure you give him plenty of love....

That will not be a problem, he is pretty much spoiled

Good Luck!! Hope all goes great and heals quickly!!

That's what I was told a good while back... that boxers get their tails docked because their rear goes so crazy... they hit it on everything and some times it can cause SERIOUS injury. I know that's not really the true reason for it... but it sure seems to be a good one! LOL

We were going to keep his tail but as much as he hits it on things we decided to dock it.

Good... I know some people think it cruel but I think it's fine. I mean I SWEAR... if Odin had a tail he would have broke it months ago!!! That wiggle butt just goes like 80 mph and just wouldn't be safe! LOL For him or ME... or my home! LMAO

it's definitely rough on the home and people...actually our home is fine, since it's tail proofed...it's other people's homes that are dangerous, lol

good luck Patch ! im sure it will be fine ! hope he feels great !

whats the oldest a dog can be before it cannot be docked? All mine were done as a baby...

I didn't think there was an age limit... it's just done when they are babies because it's easier and heals faster... less painful... and they can't mess with it. Just like circumcision on baby boys. It can be done as an adult but is EXTREMELY rare along with PAINFUL and is a much bigger ordeal!!! LOL

Though I'm sure you wouldn't want it done when your dog is like 10 yrs old or something. I think once they get to a certain size or age it's considered amputation too. Which is pretty much what it is when little... just a faster process... okay... I'll shut up now. lol

Welcome to the nubby club Patch!!!!!

Heather

OUCH, sounds like Patch will be much happier with a nub   Sending healing vibes and post pics when you can!

UPDATE:: Patch's tail is 'seeping' so the vet is keeping him overnight... he is doing fine, he is out cold they just want to make sure everything is cool before he comes home.