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Breed-specific ear trimming, more accurately called ear cropping, is a surgical procedure in which a portion of a dog’s external ear (pinna) is removed to create an upright appearance. While it remains a topic of debate, it continues to be routinely performed in certain breeds for historical, functional, and breed-standard reasons. As veterinarians, it’s important to understand both the origins of the practice and why, if pursued, it must always be performed professionally and ethically.


