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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:
- Sam, Mary Smith
- City:
- Gatineau
- Province, Country:
- QC, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Albino Rat
- Date of Birth:
- Nov 13, 2002
- Date of Death
- Jan 26, 2005
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- Not Provided
- Weight:
- Not Provided
- Coat Colour:
- white
- Eye Colour:
- red
Faith you changed my life, or rather you gave it back to me. We took a trip together, and you were the only person around I could talk to, hang out with and just be comfortable. That's when we really bonded in those two months away.
When we got back I discovered you were sick, and I bacame intrigued as to why, and what we could do to get you better. So with the courage and love you gave me I found the strength to go back to school, and do something with my life, from there everything just fell into place, everything seemed to be perfact. But you got sick again for the last time and I had a hard choice to make. Even in going you gave me one last gift. I love you Faith and will always miss you!
