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Re: deaf and broken tail 6mo female

Posted by:  Jane McClay
Posted on:  May 30, 2001 at 09:19:25

In Reply to: deaf and broken tail 6mo female
Posted by:  R vavco
Posted on:  May 30, 2001 at 09:02:35

Question:

: I adopted a 6mo JRT

: she seems deaf or distracted...responds to some things
: but not her name.

: also has a broke or defective tail...I like the lenght and hope not to have it cut off...is it something that can be corrected or something to just live with.

: I can e-mail photo upon request...that shows the break

: any ideas appreciated

: Great web page people

: r.vavco

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Hi there,

See your vet about these things. You can have your terrier BAER tested to determine whether she is deaf or not, and to what extent, if she is. Your vet should be able to recommend someone to do this test.

Your vet can also determine whether or not the tail is a problem. Without seeing the dog, and knowing how she is effected by this possible break, it would be impossible to give advice.

Wish I could be of more help, but with physical things like this, it is always best to see your vet.

Good luck!

Jane