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Limber tail in dogs – Pet tip 140
Limber Tail Syndrome (AKA cold tail, dead tail, broken wag) is quite common among some breeds of hunting dogs, such as Labradors, Golden Retrievers, Pointers, Setters, and Beagles. It is a condition in which the tail becomes limp and sometimes painful after exertion, particularly during inclement weather, swimming, or in an under-conditioned dog. It is a condition well-known to hunting dog owners and trainers, but not commonly seen by veterinarians. The syndrome is characterized by the swelling of the muscles at the base of the tail (the wagging muscles, which are also used heavily during swimming when the tail may serve as a rudder). These muscles are bound to the tail by a tight ring of connective tissue. As the muscles swell and expand, the connective tissue begins to serve as a tourniquet – cutting off normal blood flow.
When increased pressure within a confined space results in reduced blood flow, it is known as a ‘compartment syndrome’.
- Owner:
- Dawn Lawson
- City:
- Wellsville
- Province, Country:
- NY, United States
- Type/Breed:
- Pittbull
- Date of Birth:
- January 7, 1997
- Date of Death
- November 22, 2001
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- 24
- Weight:
- 124
- Coat Colour:
- brindle
- Eye Colour:
- brown
Bridget (Sis) 1-7-97 - 11-22-01 died after being struck by a vehicle driven by a NY State police officer. She is survived by parents Martin and Dawn 3 brothers Daniel, Bradley, and Duffus 2 sisters Mandi and Bella her grandparents, several aunts and uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her brother Timothy and sister Willow. Sis was very playful, yet protective when need be. She was the family hero due to biting the hand of an intruder of our home. She loved to "bite" the water and snow as it fell down to the ground. She spent many hours wrestling with the children. We still see the look in her eyes as the babies pulled and tugged at her face and mouth as she laid perfectly still. How she just adopted Bella as her own although she was a pain in the neck to her. She will truly be loved and miss by all that knew her. We love you Sis!
