Debarking
Debarking is a Last Resort for Nuisance Dogs, Pet Connection: What To Do About a Barking Dog
Spay and Neuter
Dog Owner's Guide: Spay/Neuter Surgery, To Spay or Neuter?, Tobiyah Supports Spay/Neuter
Tail Docking
Council of Docked Breeds, Dogs Downunder: All About Docking Downunder, Kerry Blues: Tail Docking, RCVS Vets for Docking, RCVS: Docking of Dogs' Tails, RSPCA: Tail Docking Campaign, Say No to Tail Docking, The Anti-Docking Alliance, Vizsla Newzsletter:- This Tail Docking Discussion,
AKC: Cropping/Docking Position
American Kennel Club's position on ear cropping, tail docking, and dewclaw removal.
Animal Crackers: Cosmetic Surgery
From the University of Pennsylvania's veterinary school's publication, a brief article with an overview of the controversy and the procedures.
Household Hazards: Ear Cropping, Tail Docking and
A German Pinscher breeder presents the historical reasons for the procedures and contemporary considerations.
New Zealand Council of Docked Breeds
Protecting the future welfare of all docked breeds with emphasis on legislation opposing tail docking. Position statements and proposed legislation regarding tail docking, ear cropping, and dewclaw removal.
SF Gate: Pooch Gets New Type Of Implants
An article by Chip Johnson about the first dog to get silicone testicles.
Stop the Crops
Opposition to cosmetic alterations and surgery, including an overview of practices in different countries, affected breeds, references, and advocacy suggestions.
To Crop or Not to Crop?
A Boxer breeder presents the pros and cons of the procedure.
Vet4Petz.com: Cosmetic Surgery
Information about ear cropping, debarking, and tail docking and alternatives. Ask the Vet Q&A.
VetCentric: To Crop and Dock Or Not?
http://www.vetcentric.com/magazine/magazineArticle.cfm?ARTICLE=To%20Crop%20and%20Dock%85%20Or%20Not%
An article by Erin Harty about the controversies surrounding the procedures, the positions of various organizations, and changing perceptions.