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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:
- Ashleigh Bowen
- City:
- Thornloe
- Province, Country:
- ON, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Lab
- Date of Birth:
- May 8, 1995
- Date of Death
- December 5, 2004
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- yellow/white
- Eye Colour:
- green
Dear Peddie,
I love you and miss you. I have finally found out what has happened to you and I'm gonna beat the crap outta the guy that shot you. Becareful where ever you are now. We all miss you and love you and hopefully you'll keep watch over us. You and Frank can hang out now where ever you are because he died the same day as you. I will get my revenge on that guy that shot you, don't worry.
I love yah buddy
Ashleigh xo
