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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:
- Alison MacDonald
- City:
- Edmonton
- Province, Country:
- AB, Canada
- Type/Breed:
- Shih Tzu Cross
- Date of Birth:
- unknown
- Sex:
- Female
- Height:
- 12
- Weight:
- 25
- Coat Colour:
- Black & White
- Eye Colour:
- Brown
I was found wandering the streets in a rural community, in good health but no one claimed me. I was adopted from NASAP by Alison on December 2, 2007, and life has been wonderful ever since. I have passed beginner, intermediate and advanced training and I'm a very happy girl, but I don't like it when I see other dogs on leashes. Alison wonders whether I was attacked by a dog on a leash, because I'm pretty good with other dogs at the off leash park, although I can be a bit timid. I love all foods and squeaky toys.
