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原帖由 nikyxin 于 2011-11-5 23:12 发表 
什么是Cold tail呀？ 刚才摸了下Roxy的尾巴，好像没什么变化。
cold tail就是有些品种的狗，尤其的大狗，例如金毛拉布拉多等，在冷水里游完泳后，第二天尾巴翘不起来，夹着，一直持续1，2周吧，就如同我们游完泳胳膊抬不起来一样
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It is undeniable: dogs love water. In the dog days of summer, nothing beats doggie paddling around the pool to cool off. For the most part, swimming is an enjoyable activity or people and pets alike, but there are also those darned dangers to keep in mind.
One ailment that dogs can fall victim to is called cold-water tail, also known as limber tail syndrome, dead tail, or broken wag. It specifically affects dogs of the hunting and sporting breeds, including Labrador Retrievers, Cocker Spaniels, German Pointers, English Pointers, English Setters, Weimaraners, Foxhounds, Beagles, and Jack Russell Terriers.
Males are much more frequently affected than females. The age range is six months to five years, averaging at age two. Fortunately, cold-water tail is rare, but every owner should be able to recognize the symptoms.
Symptoms
A "dead" tail will stick horizontally out for a few inches, then point straight downward. It appears "clamped" to the dog's body, and may even appear broken. However, an X-ray would reveal no fractures or breaks.
The dog will experience pain and discomfort, and in serious cases, muscle damage may occur. Sometimes there is swelling around the base of the tail, so never touch, rub, or poke it, as it is very painful to the dog.
Fortunately, recovery time is usually no longer than two weeks.
Causes
The most common cause of cold-water is overexposure to cold, wet weather or swimming in cold water, sometimes in combination with field hunting. It is simply a matter of strain to the tail muscles, caused by overexertion (through tough workouts or, rarely, too much wagging) and cold water. Bathing in icy water is a cause, but surprisingly so is bathing in too-hot water.
Even if your dog is an indoor dog that never goes swimming, he or she is still not immune. Cold-water tail is also caused by confinement to a crate that is too small for a long period of time.
Treatment
If you suspect that your dog has cold-water tail, live him or her alone. Rest is key. Remember that they are sore and uncomfortable, so never make it worse by insisting on touching or inspecting the tail.
A veterinarian that diagnoses cold-water tail in a dog will usually prescribe antibiotics, aspirin, vitamins, and/or anti-inflammatory agents. The vet may also suggest that you place heat packs around the base of the tail, as a human would put a heat pack on a cramped or sore muscle.
Prevention
Cold-water tail is easily prevented. If strenuous exercise is in your dog's agenda, be sure he or she gets sufficient break time. Be sure that your dog is not cramped inside his or her crate, or cooped up for long periods of time. If you intend to take your dog on a long car trip, stop every few hours to let them stretch, walk around, and, of course, do their business. |
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