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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:
- Helen Volker
- City:
- Ingham
- Province, Country:
- Not Provided
- Type/Breed:
- chihuahua cross
- Date of Birth:
- 1988
- Date of Death
- 21ST June 2005
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- 12
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- grey and brown
- Eye Colour:
- brown
It is with a sad heart that I have to write this as our little old lady of 17 passed away to day on Tuesday 21st June 2005 at 10.30AM at the Vets. She has spent the last 10 happy years with us and her little mates we have brought her home so she will not be lost and alone and she will always be loved and remembered so go with god little we love you and will miss your little face always.xxxx
