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Originally Posted by Sliver
My wife is considering getting a mini dachshund. I'm not opposed to it, surprisingly, but I have read they are big barkers. Is it still possible to get a dog de-barked? Not really concerned about any moral outrage regarding that...just wondering if I can pay a vet (even under the table or whatever if they aren't technically allowed to do it) to make it happen. It's really the only sticking point for me...the barking. They seem to be a popular breed so if it doesn't work out I don't think it'll be a problem to find it a forever home.
I was looking at monkeys, but they seem to be a total PITA to own. Even the small ones. This dog could be okay because it's cat sized, which I like, and I think I would like to put its floppy ears on my cheek when I lay down to snuggle it.
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The fact that you are even thinking of debarking a dog means that you should not get a dog. Debarking also does not make a dog silent. Just go back to making lip balm and leave animals alone.