A breeders experience
This breeder had well cared for 8 week old puppies removed from her home by the SPCA.
Your legal rights
The SPCA inspector thrives on the legal ignorance of the public. This is what to do when they turn up for one of their inspections.
Ruling by a Public Prosecutor
A ruling on tail docking by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions - Kwazulu Natal
Pain Felt by Puppies
A letter from Prof. Dr. R. Fritsch, Leader of the Clinic of Veterinary Surgeons, Justus-Lieberg-University, to the German Kennel Club.
Tail Docking in SA
The move by the South African Veterinary Council to force Vets in SA not to dock is illegal in terms of the South African Constitution.
KUSA Statement
The KUSA statement to members regarding the S.A. Veterinary Council (SAVC) stance on tail docking.
Media Release
Media Release from New Zealand Council of Docked Breeds Sunday 5th November 2006 Regarding the landmark decision in an Australian tail docking “cruelty case”.
News from New Zealand - June 2009
Agreement has been reached with the Minister of Agriculture that docking may continue do be performed by vets and 'Accredited Dockers'.
Tail Docking View put Forward by Some Veterinarians
UK report which assisted in exemptions being granted for certain breeds of working dog.
Tail Injuries
An investigation into tail injuries of Shorthaired German Pointer dogs born in Sweden 1989.
Spaying & Neutering
Long-Term Health Risks and Benefits Associated with Spay/Neuter in Dogs.
KUSA Breed List
A list of all breeds listed with the Kennel Union of Southern Africa, including 54 traditionally docked breeds.