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What does a dog’s tail droop mean?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Henry Clarke
A droopy dog's tail usually indicates depression, nervousness, fear, and physical pain and discomfort. Therefore, when a dog’s tail is found to be drooping, the owner must first determine whether the dog is simply in a bad mood or is sick. If the dog is sick, it will usually be accompanied by depression, decreased appetite, etc. If it is not certain, you can also send the dog directly to the pet hospital for examination to avoid delaying the condition.

1. Depressed mood

When a dog is excited and happy, its tail is usually in an upward state and swings rapidly and violently from left to right. , the tail will droop, such as when it is scolded by the owner or the owner ignores it for a long time. At this time, it is recommended that the owner use snacks or toys to divert the dog's attention and spend more time with the dog.

2. Nervous and scared

If the dog has just arrived in a strange environment or heard loud noises, such as decoration, firecrackers, lightning and thunder, etc., let the dog Dogs' tails may also droop when they are nervous and fearful. At this time, it is recommended that the owner comforts the dog more and eliminates the triggers. Otherwise, the dog's mood may not be stable, and the owner's comfort will not be effective.

3. Body pain and discomfort

When a dog is sick and causes body pain and discomfort, the tail will naturally droop, which is usually accompanied by depression, decreased appetite, etc. If you find that your dog has the above conditions, it is recommended to take your dog to the pet hospital for examination as soon as possible to determine the specific cause of the dog's pain, and then provide symptomatic treatment.

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