If the foam ends up sticking so far past the tail tip that it is cumbersome, simply trim it (be careful you don’t cut the tail!). If needed, you can add a little extra tape at the top to secure it. When you are done, tug very gentle on the end of the foam. Also, refrain from “squeezing” the tape until it is all applied. (Both available in the first aid section of drug stores.)Ĭutting or tearing the tape into strips rather than unrolling directly from the roll can help prevent applying it too tightly. It was all I had on hand when I was taking these pictures, but I recommend the thicker, opaque white tape or Elastikon brand by 3M. Please note: The thin medical tape in these pictures is NOT the ideal type to use for this bandage. If the tape is too tight, it can cut off the blood supply to the tail and cause severe damage. It is VERY important that the tape simply be used to secure the foam but not be tight. Start with tape on just the foam and work your way up the tail. Use the medical tape to secure the foam in place. We want the foam to be longer than the tail, so the tip is protected from being wagged on surfaces and re-injured. The end of the foam should NOT be flush with the tip of the tail the tail tip should rather sit right in the middle of your length of foam. This prevents the foam from being too tight as well as allowing you to place it on the tail more easily. Stay on the shorter end for smaller pets to prevent it from being too heavy. It should should be long enough to extend roughly 1-3″ from the tail tip in both directions. Next, cut the foam into an appropriate length. If your dog is large, try to get thinner-walled foam if it is too heavy most dogs will chew or pull the bandage off. We do NOT want any pressure or compression, the foam is simply acting as a shield for the tail tip. The diameter of the pipe insulation will depend on the size of your dog’s tail. The supplies you will need are simple: Scissors, medical tape, foam pipe insulation (available at any hardware or home-improvement store) of an appropriate diameter (more on that to come), and (optionally) co-flex or vet-wrap. If in doubt, always call the clinic for advice.) (Disclaimer: This bandage should only be used for very minor tail tip injuries or at the direction of one of our doctors. In this post, I am going to demonstrate a tail bandaging technique that can help protect the tail while still allowing for good air circulation. Traditional bandages have their place but can trap heat and moisture, which in some cases is counter-productive. Because dogs wag their tails, they easily and repeatedly re-traumatize minor injuries, which can then quickly become much worse. Tail tip injuries (sometimes called “happy tail”) are common and frustrating. A time for being outside and… getting hurt? Unfortunately, with nicer weather we see an uptick in bumps, bruises, scrapes, cuts, and pulled muscles in our dogs as they cut loose their cabin fever. Has a high-end and complete portfolio for animal physio’s & veterinary professionals to get started with canine and equine kinesiology tape.Ah, spring after a long winter.These cover a comprehensive range of taping techniques & applications Provides educational animal kinesiology taping courses (Equine & Canine) and fully illustrated manuals in different languages.Develops & innovates VetkinTape products in collaboration with veterinary professionals such as: Intervet and MSD.Partners with ISELP and other veterinary professionals with 15+ years of physio- & kinesiology experience.Has 20 years of experience in supplying high-end kinesiology tape in international certified factory & worldwide distribution.VetkinTape® a brand by THYSOL Group Combined with THYSOL Group BV (brands: CureTape® & FASCIQ®), VetkinTape®: It is used by animal physiotherapists and veterinary professionals to relieve pain, improve muscle function, blood circulation & lymphatic flow and support joints. VetkinTape® is an elastic & adhesive kinesiology tape developed specifically for veterinary purposes.
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