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 Dew Claws - 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.