Why is my dog crying with a swollen, painful tail? Is it Limber Tail?

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My dog suddenly started crying while she sits or lift her tail. She has it inbetwwen her legs and it looks swollen at the base. Is it Limber Tail? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Limber tail syndrome, or acute caudal myopathy, is a disorder of the muscles in the tail, usually affecting working dogs. This condition is not a disease, but a symptom of overuse of the muscles of the tail which causes inflammation and pain. However, it has to be differentiated from other causes of pain in the tail, such as a fracture, cancer along the vertebra or spine, neurological disorders, metabolic disorders, intoxication, infection, and other disease. Without examining Cleo myself, I can't say for certain what is causing her pain. I'd recommend taking Cleo into your vet as soon as possible to have her tail examined.

Why is my dog crying with a swollen, painful tail? Is it Limber Tail?

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