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It typically takes a two-month-old puppy a week or even longer to recover from tail docking using a rubber band. At this stage, puppies have well-developed pain receptors, making tail docking more likely to cause inflammation and infection. The optimal time for tail docking in puppies is between 3 to 7 days after birth. If this window is missed, it's best to avoid tail docking altogether. The ideal time to dock a puppy's tail is within 3-7 days of birth, as their pain receptors are not fully developed, and there is minimal bleeding. This approach minimizes discomfort for the puppy. If this period has passed, tail docking is not recommended. Using a rubber band for tail docking on a two-month-old puppy is particularly risky because the blood vessels in their tails are more developed, and the tail bones are more mature. This can easily lead to bleeding or even inflammation and infection. Unless there's a specific medical reason like a fracture or infection, it's generally...