There are four main styles of ear-cropping. Number one is battle cropping. It is the shortest style of the clip. To achieve this style, the majority of the ear is removed due to which the dog becomes more vulnerable to debris invasion. The second clip style is a short crop. It is the most dependable style for those who want erect ears.   The third one is the show crop. It is the most common style of cropping ears. This style is achieved especially for the dogs who have to perform in conformation shows. In this style 2/3rd of the ear is left after cropping. The last style is known as a long crop in which ¾ of the ear is left after cropping. The ear becomes tall and looks similar to a Doberman Pinscher.