Issues with dog tails are not very common, however, information about them should still be imparted to dog owners. Tail issues can be challenging to fix and pet dogs might not be too tolerant about having bandages wrapped on their tails, notwithstanding the fact that the animal’s tail can be difficult enough to wrap in bandages. Several of the more common tail issues faced by dogs are:
●Bites
Oftentimes, when your pet is attempting to get away from other dogs, his tail may get injured. If this happens, there could be trauma on his tail’s base or perhaps even any section of his tail.
●Skin infections
Secondary bacterial skin infections can be due to untreated scrapes and cuts or perhaps even allergies that may cause a dog to scratch and chew at his tail which could be quite itchy. The tail’s skin is pulled quite taut therefore making any wounds on it tough to heal.
●Sprains
Tails can get sprained as well. Using the tail too much can cause sprains. Sprains tend to be common in dogs that employ their tails for swimming, like the Labrador retriever. Fatigued tail muscles, ligaments, and small joints can cause the tail to get sprained, becoming flaccid.
Tail issues of your dog must be brought to the attention of your veterinarian Farmers Branch, TX.
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