Well, other than my question about when its done, I'd say given the choice I'd prefer not to have my dog cropped or docked. But if the breeder did it routinely, then I'd accept that. I personally think it should be dropped from the standards, but until that happens, I can't blame breeders for having it done. I doubt the dogs remember it, though it may have some effect on temperment. As for dewclaws, Sarama, being a mix, has hers and she'll keep them. I kinda wish they'd been removed when she was tiny though . .we spend enough time in the country that I worry about her tearing one.