4. Lambs' tails are docked to
keep animals cleaner, prevent
health issues down the line.
5. STAY CLEAN:
Docking or shortening the tail of a
baby lamb done shortly after birth as
a way to help keep the anal area
cleaner and prevent a painful
condition called fry strike
6. Docking or cutting off part of the
tail is one of the first
management practices
performed after lambing. This will
keep the animal hygienic since
droppings sticks to its tail and
wool.
7. The process is done between
seven and ten days of age. The
tail is cut off at the first or second
joint or about 1 to 1.5 inches
(2.5-3.8 cm) from the body.
8. This can be done with a
knife, burdizzo, elastator,
emasculator, or docking
iron.
