Tale Of A Tail

R.G. ELMORE, OVM SPECIAL TO THE APPLETREE

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My grandfather told
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.me many times that
you can tell a dog's feelings
by how he wags his tail.
Are there any other func-
tions for the dog's tail?
They seem like such use-
less appendages.

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Although not always
A---2accurate, it seems that
many dogs display their feel-
ings through the wagging of
their tails.
Generally, a self-confident
dog carries his tail in an "up"
position, or higher than the
dog's usual resting position.
Relaxed dogs carry their tails
level with their backs or an-
gled downward. A tail tucked
between the legs indicates sub
mission or fear. Rapid wagging
generally indicates excitement
or interest.
In addition to being an indi-
cator of emotional state, many

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believe that the tail helps the
dog maintain balance.
Dogs with very bushy tails
often snuggle into them during
cold weather. Long tails can be
used effectively as fly swatters.
Why some dogs have tails
and others do not is one of the
mysteries of life. Regardless of
whether tails serve an impor-
tant function or accurately in-
dicate emotional states, for dog
lovers they-are interesting to
watch.

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DR. ELMORE writes for Copley News Service. Send questions to Pets, Copley

News Service, PO Box 190, San Diego, CA 92112. Only questions of general
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