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So, we had a new client at work today who was concerned about her Great Danes crop not standing. Her Great Dane was obviously a dalmation, which is what the vet had to gently break to her. How her previous vet did not realize this is beyond me (she bought the puppy off the internet and they claimed it was a Dane).
But it got me thinking. Is the reason the crop wouldn't stand that it was a poor crop, improper care afterwards, or because it was the wrong breed? Is there anything special about the ear leather (thinner? Thicker?) in breeds that are traditionally cropped?
Could I crop a beagle or a golden if I did it at the right time?
Obviously, I'm not suggesting doing that. I'm just wondering if it's possible.
But it got me thinking. Is the reason the crop wouldn't stand that it was a poor crop, improper care afterwards, or because it was the wrong breed? Is there anything special about the ear leather (thinner? Thicker?) in breeds that are traditionally cropped?
Could I crop a beagle or a golden if I did it at the right time?
Obviously, I'm not suggesting doing that. I'm just wondering if it's possible.