Tail-Chasing In Dogs – Boredom Or Neurological Disorders?

 

It is common to see a dog chasing his tail. Various reasons cause this behavior. Here are some of them:

· Boredom – Dogs get bored like humans, especially when doing nothing alone. When they are inactive, they are not mentally and physically stimulated. They’ve devised a way of keeping themselves active during alone times, which is tail-chasing.

· Neurological Disease – In some cases, tail-chasing is a peculiar behavior caused by brain damage. Dogs with a brain injury might be doing things unintentionally because their nervous system is not functioning well.

· Impacted Anal Sac – Some dogs ease the discomfort in their rectal area by chasing their tail. Aside from an infection of the internal organs in the rectal area, dogs might also be tail-chasing because of worms living within their body.

Being observant will help you greatly in your journey as a fur parent. You will be able to spot changes in your dog's behavior easily.  

If you have any concerns about your pet's health and/or behavior, make an appointment with a vet Chesapeake VA.