Interestingly, breeds called “designer dogs” that once were called mutts, such as the Schnoodle (Schnauzer/Poodle mix), are making tail docking and ear cropping part of their new standard look.

In fact, he beat out his father — the number-one miniature Schnauzer in the country, that had cropped ears and a docked tail — for the win. She said breed clubs, judges and competitors are ...

The Standard Schnauzer dog is a smart ... Traditionally, breeders have cropped schnauzers' ears and docked their tails. Laws now prohibit or regulate these practices in many countries, some ...

This five-year-old Miniature Schnauzer, Elle, has unclipped ears. In Quebec, veterinarians will no longer be allowed to dock or cut the tails of dogs, cattle and horses for cosmetic reasons.