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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Veterinary Specialties

Question 1 • Physicians, Pharmacists, Dentists, Veterinarians and Other Doctors

What does docking refer to in veterinary medicine?

Answer
A
Clipping the ears, usually for cosmetic purposes
B
Caring for military animals
C
Helping marine animals to swim
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Clipping the tail, usually for cosmetic purposes

Explanation

In veterinary medicine, docking means shortening or removing an animal’s tail. It has often been done for cosmetic reasons, though practices and regulations vary. Therefore, the correct choice is clipping the tail, usually for cosmetic purposes.

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