Docking a Lamb's Tail

Veterinarian shows how to dock a lamb's tail using an elastrator band.

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Dr. Dianne Hellwig, DVM, PhD, demonstrates the proper technique and tool placement for docking a lamb's tail using the elastrator band.

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Docking a Lamb's Tail

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It works pretty quickly and they don't feel anything once it goes numb. Docking a tail is removing or shortening a tail.

Galadriel, Lothlorien, ME
Posted: 10/22/2009 10:51:12 PM

what does docking a lambs tail mean anyway that looked mean

morgan, palm beach gardens, FL
Posted: 8/11/2009 6:24:17 PM

My little ram Romney was born last week and I'm planning on docking his tail this week. Since I haven't done this before, this video is perfect as I now know exactly where to place the band. Great video!

Rick, Ential, WA
Posted: 4/3/2009 1:25:21 PM

Great video. We've been docking tails, but holding the lambs right side up, not realizing it would be easier to hold the lamb upside down. Much easier to see what we are doing, now we feel silly. Thanks for the help.

Mindy, West Edmeston, NY
Posted: 3/12/2009 7:14:42 PM

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