Problems associated with tail chasing

[tchap]

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Hi,

Im looking for some information about dogs that chase their own tails. Im doing some research into what problems are associated with tail chasing in dogs. (from physio/hydro prospective) Does anyone have a dog that chases its own tail and had any problems associated with it? If so please help and let me know what you have found. Thanks

 

[petitsfilous]

My dog can't even chase his back leg never mind his tail hehe

 

[Oreo]

From my perspective my dog chases her tail when she has a blocked anal gland. However, I appreciate that this isn't what you asked! lol

I did know of a dog who was rescued who spent all day every day locked in a kitchen with no windows etc. He developed mental issues from it and as a result would chase his tail as a way of stopping him being bored.

It took a lot of therapy to get him a bit better but would still do it when he was nervous etc.