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Make RSPCA recognise the difference between AMPUTATED tails and DOCKED tails.
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My daughter and her dog Mason have just discovered the joy of Fun Dog Shows and Junior Handler classes. However, I have just been informed by the RSPCA that they will not let my pair compete. Why? Because poor Mason had to have his poor little tail amputated as he was bitten by an insect in the woods. Poor little man wouldnt stop itching and scratching at the wound site, so the next day I took him to the vets. They told us the tail tip had lost its blood supply and needed to be amputated, in order to stop any infection spreading and potentially harm him more. Anyone who knows about the Maltese breed, know that he would have had a beautiful, curly tail arched beautifully over his back. Unfortunately, it was not a choice we had. If we didnt, it would cause him more harm than good. Like the responsible pet owner we believe to be, we went ahead with the operation. Mason has recoverd beautifully, but has obviously been left with a tail stump :-( This isnt a problem for us, for him or for most dog shows, but the RSPCA have told us that Izzie (my daughter) and Mason would not be welcome at their FUN shows, as they class him to have a docked tail. I have tried to explain that this is not the case, but unfortunately, to no avail. It has disappointed us, as I feel they are discriminating; it hasnt been docked (legally or illeglally) and I have offered to get proof from the vets, but they are not budging. Does this also apply to dogs that they have "saved" that may be amputated/ They consider them as docked and wont have anything to do with them? I find the whole scenario ridiculous on the RSPCA's part; so I am hoping they will take notice of this petition and change the rules for those who have had to have them off for a VALID, MEDICAL reason. Please take two minutes and sign to show your support. Thank you, Love Kim, Izzie and Mason x x
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September 5, 2012
The RSPCA is still hiding behind their rigid policies instead of acknowledging a basic medical reality. They want to call this docking but they are choosing to ignore the truth about a necessary amputation. I am tired of their refusal to look at the vet records and their decision to punish a little dog for getting hurt.
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What a joke. Vet proves it was for health so why keep saying no? Get it together RSPCA.
Common sense is dead. They should be ashamed for punishing a child and her dog over a medical issue.
Poor pup. That is so unfair to the little girl too. Hope they change their minds soon.
Total incompetence from them. My dog had surgery too and nobody has ever treated us like criminals. Poor Mason!!
Medical reasons exist for a reason. Quit acting like docking a tail is the same as saving a dog from infection. DISGRACEFUL.
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Make RSPCA recognise the difference between AMPUTATED tails and DOCKED tails.
Final supporters
My daughter and her dog Mason have just discovered the joy of Fun Dog Shows and Junior Handler classes. However, I have just been informed by the RSPCA that they will not let my pair compete. Why? Because poor Mason had to have his poor little tail amputated as he was bitten by an insect in the woods. Poor little man wouldnt stop itching and scratching at the wound site, so the next day I took him to the vets. They told us the tail tip had lost its blood supply and needed to be amputated, in order to stop any infection spreading and potentially harm him more. Anyone who knows about the Maltese breed, know that he would have had a beautiful, curly tail arched beautifully over his back. Unfortunately, it was not a choice we had. If we didnt, it would cause him more harm than good. Like the responsible pet owner we believe to be, we went ahead with the operation. Mason has recoverd beautifully, but has obviously been left with a tail stump :-( This isnt a problem for us, for him or for most dog shows, but the RSPCA have told us that Izzie (my daughter) and Mason would not be welcome at their FUN shows, as they class him to have a docked tail. I have tried to explain that this is not the case, but unfortunately, to no avail. It has disappointed us, as I feel they are discriminating; it hasnt been docked (legally or illeglally) and I have offered to get proof from the vets, but they are not budging. Does this also apply to dogs that they have "saved" that may be amputated/ They consider them as docked and wont have anything to do with them? I find the whole scenario ridiculous on the RSPCA's part; so I am hoping they will take notice of this petition and change the rules for those who have had to have them off for a VALID, MEDICAL reason. Please take two minutes and sign to show your support. Thank you, Love Kim, Izzie and Mason x x
Updates
September 5, 2012
The RSPCA is still hiding behind their rigid policies instead of acknowledging a basic medical reality. They want to call this docking but they are choosing to ignore the truth about a necessary amputation. I am tired of their refusal to look at the vet records and their decision to punish a little dog for getting hurt.
6 Comments
This is just ridiculous. A medical necessity is not the same as docking. Let the poor dog play!
What a joke. Vet proves it was for health so why keep saying no? Get it together RSPCA.
Common sense is dead. They should be ashamed for punishing a child and her dog over a medical issue.
Poor pup. That is so unfair to the little girl too. Hope they change their minds soon.
Total incompetence from them. My dog had surgery too and nobody has ever treated us like criminals. Poor Mason!!
Medical reasons exist for a reason. Quit acting like docking a tail is the same as saving a dog from infection. DISGRACEFUL.
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This is just ridiculous. A medical necessity is not the same as docking. Let the poor dog play!