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Ear Taping Supplies
We know how hard it can be to find ear taping supplies. Because of this, we offer the following items for sale. All items can be easily shipped. If you would like to place an order, please email me for order information. All items are shipped out promptly. If you don't find what you're looking for, please let me know and I might be able to get it.
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Ear Taping Service
We offer experienced, professional, gentle ear taping for Great Danes. Our taping service is available in the Greater Seattle (WA) and Bellingham (WA) areas. For information and pricing, please contact:
Bellevue/Redmond/Kirkland Sherry Acena 425-821-3263
Ferndale/Arlington Georgia Hymmen 360-360-1356
Seattle Jeanne Hilterbrant 206-938-7438
Tacoma Stacie Knudtson 253-926-1239
Olympia Marta Brock 360-705-2971
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Curity Kendall Porus Adhesive Tape
I've used this brand of tape for years and have been very happy with it. The one inch wide size is just right to use for ear taping. The tape is cloth-backed and porus to allow the ear to "breathe". Available by the box or single roll. Ask for shipping quote.
Box of 12 Rolls $24.00 Sale! $20.00 per box
Single Roll $2.50
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Ear Stays/Supports
Shim metal epoxy coated "stays" or "supports". Used in conjunction with tape, these provide a secure support system to help cropped ears stand. Cut to size.
Per set (2 stays) price (12" stay) $3.00
Quanity pricing available
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Tape Remover Pads
These great little adhesive remover pads are sealed in individual packets. They can be used to help remove ear tapes to prevent pulling of hair, and are also great to remove the last traces of adhesive on the ears.
Box of 100 packets $15.00
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Oti Clens
A gentle ear cleaner that works well for cleaning cropped ears.
$8.00
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Ear Taping DVD Now Available!
A DVD showing how to tape cropped ears. The video shows various dogs being taped so you have several examples to view. A good resource tool for the person new to ear taping.
Video $10.00
Shipping on above $4.00
Ear Taping Kit
A kit with ear taping supplies. Each kit includes four rolls of tape, two sets of stays, adhesive remover pads, antibiotic ointment, foam (for ear taping support), Oti-Clens and instruction booklet.
Kit $40.00
Add video for $6.00 more/Ask for shipping quote
Ear Taping Instruction Booklet NEW!
A clear and easy-to-follow booklet with actual pictures describing ear taping methods.
$10.00 (includes shipping)
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General Information On Cropping
Whether to crop or not is an individual decision and it is not my intention to get into the pros and cons on this website. Instead, I wish to give guidelines to people who wish to crop their puppy and need advice
Great Danes were originally bred to hunt wild boars. The sharp tusks and teeth of the boar would shred a Dane's ear, so cropping was developed to prevent such an injury. Early crops were very short and wide. In modern day they have developed into a longer, narrower crop that is done primarly for appearance.
While cropping is a surgical procedure, much can be done to assure the process goes smoothly and with as little trauma for the puppy as possible. The following guidelines are offered:
Cropping must be done at an appropriate age
Cropping can be done as early at 6 weeks to as late as 12 weeks. Most breeders and vets agree that cropping on the early end is better and easier for the puppy. It is my opinion that cropping after 12 weeks of age is not advisable.
Cropping must be done by a qualified vet familar with the breed
It is very important that the vet doing the cropping has extensive experience with Danes. In the Washington area there are only a couple of vets who do nice Dane crops. Remember-just because a vet says he does Dane crops doesn't mean he does pretty one. There are a number of vets in Washington who crop, but the ears not a pretty or stylish crop.
Proper and diligent aftercare must be done
Even the best crop in the world will not stand properly if the ears are not taped, or padded, correctly. Dilegence is very important; if ears are not taped when needed, the ears will not stand properly. Proper taping is important not only for the end result, but for the comfort of the puppy. Surprisingly, many vets who are good at cropping are bad at taping. It is my suggestion to have a long term, experienced breeder do the ear taping for a novice owner.
What to expect
Keeping in mind that the procedure will vary from vet to vet, you can generally expect the following after cropping:
The freshly cropped and stitched ears will be supported in some method. An ear rack (wire head frame) or cups are commonly used. Care should be used in covering any of the stitched area. Care must be used to assure racks do not become caught on something. Freshly cropped puppies must be supervised at all times. Scratching or rubbing at the ears should be discouraged and the puppy's attention focused on something else, like a toy or bone.
During the healing stage the ears need to be kept very clean. Antibiotic ointment needs to be applied daily. The stitches should be removed in 10 to 12 days, depending on how fast they are healing. Once the stitches are removed, the ears are often put back in cups or racks to assure the cropped edges are completely healed.
Once the edges are healed, the taping process can begin. Generally, ear tapes are left on for between 5 to 10 days and then removed. Initially the ears may stand for a short period, then begin to wilt, at which time they need to go back up in tapes immediately. As time progresses and the cartilage begins to form memory, the ears will stand up longer between tapings. As a rough guide (because it varies greatly) ears are generally set at about 6 to 7 months of age. It is very important that wilted ears be put back in tapes immediately.
When viewed from the front, properly taped ears are at a slight outward angle from the head. Ears that have a "flying nun" appearance, or those crossing over the top of the head, are indicative of improperly taped ears. Remember...if the taping isn't done correctly the ears will not stand properly.
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