kink is a bend in the tail caused by a malformation of the spinal vertebrae. It can occur anywhere on the tail – at the very tip, where it will be hardly noticeable, or in the middle, where it can cause the tail to change direction, like an “L”-shaped elbow joint in a pipe. Kinks that occur at the base of the tail may not be noticeable, but for the fact that the dog can’t raise her tail! Very rarely, a kinked tail will interfere with the puppy’s ability to relieve himself, and will need to be amputated, or docked, but this will be noted long before the puppy goes to his new home. Usually,
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