My dog's tail went limp

[pushup]

This morning I heard one of my dog's yelp. I went to check on her and she didn't jump on me like she normally does. I also noticed her tail was limp. It would hang low but it would still wag, just not as much. I checked for bite marks, swelling, or any other abnormalities (none) and for snakes (none). She's still eating a little (which isn't unusual b/c of the heat) but she seems a little down. Has anyone seen this before?

[Chief]

Okay people, be nice.

[Grammar Rules]

Wonder if she jumped at something and strained her hip? Hope it isn't anything serious.

[siamcat]

Good luck and I hope it's nothing serious. Never seen this problem myself.

[LoneStarL]

My dog (lab mix) got the same. Vet said it was Cold Water tail. Look it up on the internet and see if symptoms match. It went away in a few days but he was in pain for a while.

[Brad Buckley, D.V.M.]

This may be what I call a "broken tail". The muscles at the base of the tail become strained or paralyzed and the dog is unable to hold it up and is often very painful. Those that I have seen usually resolve on their own in a few days with only anti-inflammatory medication and rest.