My Dog Has Bite His Tail. Why Would He Do This?

I have a Staffie who from time to time just attacks his own tail (he has broken bones in it a couple of times, and each time its like "OUCH! Duhhhh I remember why I shouldn't do that, it hurts !" )

It's at least nine months since he did it last so I'm guessing it's going to happen again any day soon :-)

(If it doesn't I'll simply consider myself lucky rather than try to work out what old "Dr Half-wit" thought he was doing biting his own tail )



I defy anyone to accurately explain this dogs behavior (its not my dog BTW) I swear the dog doesn't know so how could anyone else ?

:-D

Dogs eh ?

How old is your dog?  Puppies often chase and bite their tails for no reason.  Get the dog a chew toy and the puppy will bite that instead.  However if this continues and the dog is older or obsessed with chewing and scratching then he may have worms.  Worms are common in dogs, especially puppies and should be treated by a veterinarian.

He could just be bored, but most reasons for chewing or scratching are allergies, fleas or other parasites.... I would see a vet just to make sure it's nothing serious and then treat from there...

Some dogs chase there tails cause it is fun to them.. All dogs enjoy chasing.. Also they could do it out of just being bored. Now if he his biting his tail like chewing could be a hot spot or fleas.. But biting it, he just likes it .. Heheh "

Maybe more exercise they also do it when there stressed in lonely. If your not home all day and he stressed because of that and he can't get exercise try finding a better home for him!