COSMETIC EAR CROPPING

Dr. Saini and staff at Animal Medical Clinic in Milpitas is proud to offer you the most comprehensive, high quality, all breed, cosmetic ear cropping service. Dr. Saini has been practicing small animal medicine and surgery in the Bay Area for the last 30+ years. He learned the skill of all breed cosmetic ear cropping from his former colleague and  mentor Dr. Samaan. Whether a show dog or companion, we understand that majority of owners just want a dog they can be proud of and we take this seriously.

Attention to detail: Dr. Saini has perfected his technique to create a symmetrical and precise cut. He also gets his best results from his technique of training the ears to stand straight right out of surgery. 
Results: Among the number of dog breeds we have seen the doctor has seen outstanding results throughout them all with a 98% certainty that with work and attention the ears will stand straight. This is a low risk procedure and we take all precautions to avoid any complications.
Dog Breeds: Doberman Pinscher, Mini Pinscher, Pitbull, Staffordshire, Great Dane, Schnauzer, Boxer, Dogo Argentino, Cane Corso, and Beauceron 
For any other dog breed not mentioned give us a call to see if your pet is eligible.
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 Our cosmetic ear cropping package includes:

• Pre-operative Lab Work
• ​Sedation
• Gas anesthesia 
• Blood pressure 
• Pulse oximetry anesthesia monitoring
• Pain and Antibiotic medication
• E-collar
• Follow up recheck and suture removal appointments ​

Doberman Ear Crops 

Boxer Ear Crops

Pit-bull Ear Crops

Cane Corso Ear Crops

Dogo Argentino Ear Crops

FAQS

Q: Should I have my puppy’s ears cropped?
This is a personal decision. Ear cropping is not right for every dog and it is not the right choice for every person who owns a dog. We recommend a consult appointment with our veterinarian if you are unsure about whether or not to go forth with the procedure. There is a tremendous amount of aftercare involved to make sure the ears stand properly, and an owner who is not committed to being diligent about the aftercare should probably not crop their pet. A consult appointment will give you the opportunity to discuss the pros and cons of ear cropping and will help you to make the best decision for your new puppy.

Q: At what age should I crop my puppy?
The ideal age depends on the breed and texture of ear cartilage.  Dr. Saini typically recommends doing the procedure between the ages of 8-16 weeks. The procedure can be done on puppies up to 6 months of age.

Q: Will I need to make an appointment to get my puppy’s ears cropped?
Yes, all surgical procedures are by appointment only. We recommend a pre-surgical exam and consultation to discuss the ear cropping process if it is your first time. To book an appointment there is a $100 non-refundable deposit fee included in the full cost of the procedure. We ask that the owner drops off the puppy in the morning and pick-up him or her up in the afternoon. Typically, our ear croppings are booked a month in advance. 

Q: How soon after the surgery will I have to comeback for a recheck? 
For a positive outcome, sutures and bandages are left on the ears until the edges are healed completely. We will schedule your pet to come back for suture and bandage removal 2 weeks after the surgery. 

​Q: How long will it take for the ears to stand?
Most Pit Bulls, Miniature Pinschers, and Miniature Schnauzers do not  require taping appointments for the ears to stand. Other breeds like Doberman Pinschers, Great Danes, and Boxers may require 1-2 months of postings to get the ears to stand. We recommend the taping of ears at 7-14 day interval. We prefer that clients return to us for all posting and taping appointments. It is important to us that the aftercare is handled properly so that the outcome of the cropping is the best possible. 

Q: Can you do a “custom crop” to make the ears look the way I want? 
If you are looking for a particular look, we recommend an ear crop consultation. Ear crops are designed to compliment a dog’s look and are based on an individual dog’s head and ear length, purpose of the pet (show or companion) and the breed specific standards. Most people will also bring pictures of their desired ear crop style to their appointment if they are looking for a specific style. 

Q: What are the pre-surgery requirements at Animal Medical Clinic?
All puppies should have started their puppy vaccinations. Typically, we require 2 rounds of DHPP and deworming, but some younger puppies may not be eligible for that yet. In any case, we may ask for proof of vaccination prior to the surgery.​