The process of removing a dog’s tail is commonly referred to as “docking,” while the removal of the flaps on a dog’s ears is referred to as “cropping.” ...

The cosmetic cropping of a dog's ears has been made illegal in Manitoba, but some breeders warn the ban will only push the practice underground and put dogs' health at risk.

At a recent dog show in Maryland, many of the dogs had cropped ears and docked tails. Their owners defended the practice. “A boxer is a guard dog,” says Beth, who raises boxers.

A Doberman pinscher without a docked tail has gained serious attention online, with thousands of people admiring the unaltered canine. With over 29,000 upvotes on Reddit's r/oddlysatisfying ...