What are the instructions for tail docking a dog?

Veterinarians or dog breeders generally dock dog tails by amputating them with surgical scissors, notes WebMD. Tail docking is the act of removing a part or all of a dog's tail for aesthetic reasons, according to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation.

Some breeders dock dogs by banding, or tying bands around the tails to halt blood circulation, details Pet Assure. After the tissue grows necrotic, the tail detaches. Breeders generally dock dogs that are under a week old without using anesthesia, according to the Council of Docked Breeds. Most veterinarians do not recommend removing a dog's tail unless it has medical issues, notes the American Veterinary Medical Foundation.