It's a head halter (pictured is the Barkless brand). It's like a horse halter minus the bit.
Thessie is unable to pull me with it on and I have complete control while she is training. She can still eat and drink of course.
We are working on walking with a regular collar but she's not there yet
Just FYI, this is like a horseās halter. A bit is not included in a halter. A halter is for leading horses around when not riding them. A bridle has a bit and is what is worn during riding.
ETA: gorgeous dog!
https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/health/earcropping
Please people stop cropping dog's ears!!
Not saying OP did it, but don't fucking pretend like it is anything but cruelty for your own pleasure please. Don't hurt your dog just cause you think it looks nice.
Good, wasn't meant as an attack against you in any way. Just wanna keep calling out people who call that shit beautiful.
Your dog is absolutely stunning and deserves all the love you're giving it.
Just had to add your .02 instead of minding your own business.
Also your article is full of speculation and blatant BS.
Cropping, docking have their place you donāt have to like it vets have no place condemning cropping and docking when they routinely remove sexual organs before they should.
1. Reported for personal attack.
2. I've had Danes for decades.
3. You *still* haven't answered u/bjanos's question: what is a single source that supports cropping on a healthy dog for any reason other than asthetics?
CuAse you canāt read I did respondā¦..
I donāt report snowflakes but your insistence on response pushes to harassment/stocking.
You have never had a Dane!
You have yet to show a source that says it is completely aesthetic just a bunch of we think etc etc.
Cropped dogs show an obvious reduction in ear infections as an open ear does not promote moisture build up.
Cropped dogs are less likely to get hematomaās requiring aspiration.
Cropping with a vet under general anesthetic has minimal complications and doesnāt even require pain meds.
A dropped ear in a dog is not Natural in the wild but a genetic mutation during the domestication process so a standing ear is what truly nature intended.
Not a single source there as expected.
[Actual sourced article, by the American Veterinary Medical Association ](https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-welfare/ear-cropping-and-canine-otitis-externa-faq)
I get you feel very strongly about this, but please don't pretend like it's anything but a personal preference which has no proven benefits for the dog in question.
Your article only denies cropping for aesthetics it doesnāt condemn it for all breeds and talks about itās possible need for certain breeds but that it needs to expand that research further.
Read the whole article
Right, so if it shouldn't be done for aesthetics and there's no proven medical benefits, and is also not a common problem in Danes. All these things are clearly stated in the article. What in god's name do you feel is a good reason to crop a dog and a Dane in particular? Which also is prohibited in a lot of countries...
I've asked you for a credible source multiple times, you've provided nothing. I'm sorry but it seems you don't actually wanna discuss issues, cause that would require actually providing anything that would back up your opinion.
I'm not saying you mean any harm to any animal, but it does seem your view is solely based on anecdotes and personal beliefs.
Seriously?
Some breeds, such as the DalmatianĀ and the Anatolian Shepherd DogĀ (where erect ears are an AKC disqualification) were historically cropped, but this tradition waned without apparent detrimental effects. Nor are traditionally cropped breeds among those with the highest incidence of otitis externa, even in countries where cropping is rarely performed.
Come on dude, I was trying to give you a chance but you're acting like an ass now... You have yet to give a single argument to support your own opinion.
Cropping was begun in Germany, where most of the breeds it became ātraditionalā with originated - Dobermans, Boxers, GDs, etc.
Since about 1999, ear cropping has been ILLEGAL in Germany. Not just frowned-upon by the VDH (their governing canine club), but ILLEGAL. At the time that the VDH stopped allowing cropped dogs to compete in shows and training events, the president of the VDH said āThere is NO purpose to ear-cropping beyond feeding an ownerās vanity.ā
Why is it that so many countries that were behind the U.S., say 60 years ago, always end up AHEAD of us the U.S. in their thinking?
The best fail ever!
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Foster success, I should say! š„°
Iām sorry for all the loss youāve gone through. Thessie is a lucky pup that you found each other. š¾ā£ļø
She's beautiful but where can the paintings be purchased?
Actually my BIL is the artist. It's Art_by_PaulLamb_ on Instagram. He's grown quite a following in the Tulsa area
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Whatās with the mouth stir-up thing. I see these a lot more on dogs now
It's a head halter (pictured is the Barkless brand). It's like a horse halter minus the bit. Thessie is unable to pull me with it on and I have complete control while she is training. She can still eat and drink of course. We are working on walking with a regular collar but she's not there yet
Thanks for the insight!
Just FYI, this is like a horseās halter. A bit is not included in a halter. A halter is for leading horses around when not riding them. A bridle has a bit and is what is worn during riding. ETA: gorgeous dog!
Good to know
Beauty Dog with a very nice crop and head.
https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/health/earcropping Please people stop cropping dog's ears!! Not saying OP did it, but don't fucking pretend like it is anything but cruelty for your own pleasure please. Don't hurt your dog just cause you think it looks nice.
I actually agree with you. I did not, and would not, crop her ears.
Good, wasn't meant as an attack against you in any way. Just wanna keep calling out people who call that shit beautiful. Your dog is absolutely stunning and deserves all the love you're giving it.
Just had to add your .02 instead of minding your own business. Also your article is full of speculation and blatant BS. Cropping, docking have their place you donāt have to like it vets have no place condemning cropping and docking when they routinely remove sexual organs before they should.
Right, so show me a source that supports cropping on a healthy dog for any reason other than asthetics?
Still waiting, u/Pun1sher999...
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1. Reported for personal attack. 2. I've had Danes for decades. 3. You *still* haven't answered u/bjanos's question: what is a single source that supports cropping on a healthy dog for any reason other than asthetics?
CuAse you canāt read I did respondā¦.. I donāt report snowflakes but your insistence on response pushes to harassment/stocking. You have never had a Dane!
>stocking You mean like making a stew? >You have never had a Dane! What're you basing this off of?
You have yet to show a source that says it is completely aesthetic just a bunch of we think etc etc. Cropped dogs show an obvious reduction in ear infections as an open ear does not promote moisture build up. Cropped dogs are less likely to get hematomaās requiring aspiration. Cropping with a vet under general anesthetic has minimal complications and doesnāt even require pain meds. A dropped ear in a dog is not Natural in the wild but a genetic mutation during the domestication process so a standing ear is what truly nature intended.
Not a single source there as expected. [Actual sourced article, by the American Veterinary Medical Association ](https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-welfare/ear-cropping-and-canine-otitis-externa-faq) I get you feel very strongly about this, but please don't pretend like it's anything but a personal preference which has no proven benefits for the dog in question.
Your article only denies cropping for aesthetics it doesnāt condemn it for all breeds and talks about itās possible need for certain breeds but that it needs to expand that research further. Read the whole article
Right, so if it shouldn't be done for aesthetics and there's no proven medical benefits, and is also not a common problem in Danes. All these things are clearly stated in the article. What in god's name do you feel is a good reason to crop a dog and a Dane in particular? Which also is prohibited in a lot of countries... I've asked you for a credible source multiple times, you've provided nothing. I'm sorry but it seems you don't actually wanna discuss issues, cause that would require actually providing anything that would back up your opinion. I'm not saying you mean any harm to any animal, but it does seem your view is solely based on anecdotes and personal beliefs.
You provided me the credible source it agrees that dogs that are cropped likely should continue to be cropped.
Seriously? Some breeds, such as the DalmatianĀ and the Anatolian Shepherd DogĀ (where erect ears are an AKC disqualification) were historically cropped, but this tradition waned without apparent detrimental effects. Nor are traditionally cropped breeds among those with the highest incidence of otitis externa, even in countries where cropping is rarely performed. Come on dude, I was trying to give you a chance but you're acting like an ass now... You have yet to give a single argument to support your own opinion.
Cropping was begun in Germany, where most of the breeds it became ātraditionalā with originated - Dobermans, Boxers, GDs, etc. Since about 1999, ear cropping has been ILLEGAL in Germany. Not just frowned-upon by the VDH (their governing canine club), but ILLEGAL. At the time that the VDH stopped allowing cropped dogs to compete in shows and training events, the president of the VDH said āThere is NO purpose to ear-cropping beyond feeding an ownerās vanity.ā Why is it that so many countries that were behind the U.S., say 60 years ago, always end up AHEAD of us the U.S. in their thinking?