My dog's tail is limp, he's restless, biting his tail, and panting. Help!

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Dog has a limp tail, restless, biting his tail and panting. Help, we are hundreds of miles from home. Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | neutered | 60 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

A limp, painful tail can happen with a tail sprain or ‘swimmer’s tail’, but can also be a sign of a fracture or neurologic disease. Even though you are far from home it sounds like Wilbur may be in pain, so it would be a good idea to have him examined by an emergency vet near you.

My dog's tail is limp, he's restless, biting his tail, and panting. Help!

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