Tail docking should be a 'last, not a first resort', say leading veterinary organisations

In a bid to improve animal welfare, leading vets have told farmers that tail docking and castration should be considered as a ‘last, rather than first resort’ resort.

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Tail docking should be a 'last, not a first resort', say leading veterinary organisations

In a bid to improve animal welfare, leading vets have told farmers that tail docking and castration should be considered as a ‘last, rather than first resort' resort. In a new position statement, the...

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