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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:
- jason & Corinne buller
- City:
- Abbotsford
- Province, Country:
- BC, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- shitsupoo
- Date of Birth:
- september 1995
- Date of Death
- may 9,2004
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 10
- Weight:
- 25
- Coat Colour:
- blk/wht
- Eye Colour:
- brown
We are going to miss you buddy, you were a good puppy and our first "baby". Thank you for all the years of companionship, we were lucky to have you. We are going to miss you vacuuming up the kitchen when we are cooking and the way you opened your own x-mas presents. Ryan will miss you for a long time as we all do. You could always cheer us up with your goofy demeanor and by meeting us at the door all excited when we came home from work.
I cried so hard as I held you while you were going to sleep, my poor puppy dog, thank you, I miss you so much.
Love your family
