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Let’s talk about something that really shouldn’t exist - debarking, or devocalisation. This is a surgical procedure where part of a dog’s vocal cords are removed to reduce their ability to bark. But it doesn’t solve the reason behind the barking - it just takes away their ability to express it. As a UK vet, I can say this has no place in modern practice except in rare circumstances where there is a medical reason to do it. Barking is a natural and essential part of canine communication. Dogs bark because they’re anxious, excited, scared, or trying to get attention. Taking that away doesn’t make them calm - it makes them confused, frustrated, and often more distressed. From an animal welfare perspective, debarking causes unnecessary pain, scar tissue, and lifelong breathing or vocal problems. It doesn’t improve behaviour - it just hides it. That’s why it’s banned here in the UK and in many other countries. There are, however, extremely limited situations where a devocalisation procedure may be considered - and only for medical reasons, not behavioural ones. For example, if a dog has severe, chronic laryngeal paralysis or throat scarring that causes airway obstruction and other treatment options have failed, a partial vocal cord resection might be done to help them breathe more comfortably. These are rare cases, always done with full welfare considerations and under veterinary ethical review. For behavioural reasons, though, there are much kinder and more effective options - like working with your vet or a qualified behaviourist to understand why your dog is barking. Training, enrichment, and proper support will always be better than silence. Every bark is communication - and every voice deserves to be heard. #vetadvice #animalwelfare #veteducation #vetreacts #doghealth
Alex the vet380,000 次观看 • 1 年前
⚠️ Educational Veterinary Walk-Through: Puppy Neuter Procedure ⚠️ This video is an educational look at a pediatric canine neuter performed on a puppy under 2-3 months old. I do NOT recommend this technique for dogs older than 2-3 months. Pediatric neuters are sometimes performed under specific circumstances, such as when required by rescue organizations to help control pet overpopulation and reduce unwanted litters. 🔍 Why Pediatric Neuters? • Population control for rescues and shelters. • Evaluated case-by-case for the health and safety of the patient. Key Points in This Video: • Step-by-step surgical walk-through performed by a licensed veterinarian. • Proper sterile technique and post-operative care considerations. • Importance of responsible spay/neuter practices for animal welfare. ❗ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. Veterinary procedures should ONLY be performed by licensed professionals in a clinical setting. Pediatric neuters are NOT recommended unless necessary for specific population control efforts. #VetLife #Veterinarian #PuppyNeuter #VetEducation #AnimalWelfare #SpayAndNeuter #PetPopulationControl #VetTok #CanineHealth #EducationalContent #ResponsiblePetCare #LicensedVeterinarian
Dr. Cheryl | Veterinarian🇨🇦117,600 次观看 • 1 年前
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