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Pet Tip
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:
- MJ & Dave Burns
- City:
- Edmonton
- Province, Country:
- AB, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- MIniature Dachshund
- Date of Birth:
- July 26/03
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 4
- Weight:
- 5
- Coat Colour:
- Red
- Eye Colour:
- Brown
I very much like my two new pets Dave and MJ. They play with me and feed me and take me for walks. I don't like to be alone. My people always like to be near me so I let them.
