Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Breed Pictures
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Breed Pictures, Characteristics, & Facts
Who doesnt love seeing an adorable little stump of a tail wagging? Many breeds like Boxers, Rottweilers, and Doberman Pinschers arent actually born with natural bobtails, but have their tails docked shortly after their birth. This traditionally was done to prevent working breeds from getting injured in the brush, but its now mostly done for appearance. While this procedure is still legal in the United States, its banned in many countries and highly controversial. If you like the look of a stubby tail, there are many wagless wonders out there who are naturally born with short tails due to a genetic mutation. Here are some of the top breeds out there with natural bobtails!
Are All Dogs Born with Tails?
Although most dogs are born with long or small tails, some breeds may come into this world completely tailless like the Brittany Spaniel and the Welsh Corgi.
In the beginning, all of the old and original dog breeds had tails but selective breeding and gene mutation altered this appearance.
Share your thoughts on tail docking with me in the comments and let me know if you have encountered any of those bobtail breeds.
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