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Esham
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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:
- Carrie Matychuk
- City:
- Courtenay
- Province, Country:
- BC, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Doberman
- Date of Birth:
- April 8th, 2001
- Sex:
- Male
- Height:
- 27.5
- Weight:
- 68
- Coat Colour:
- black & tan
- Eye Colour:
- hazel
Likes...my Kong, Grandma's gardening gloves, Dad's hat, walks with Mom on the trails and lasagna.
Dislikes...the garden hose, loud people.
Pet Peeves...nail clippings, stuff stuck at the bottom of my Kong, having to share my yard with the cat, being told to ''get off'' the couch.
Memories...last week my sister Coda passed away and although we'd had our differences I wish I'd had time to tell her that I loved her alot. We miss you Coda-bear!
