Woman Wonders Why Rescue Dog's Tail Is Balding, Shock Over What She Finds
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A TikTok video has gone viral after revealing the unusual cause of a golden retriever's balding tail, which had puzzled her owner from the very first day she met her.
The clip, shared on Saturday under the username @brookekalman, shows the pup on a walk with his owner in Dallas, Texas, enjoying the warmth of a sunny spring day, when a bird suddenly flies into her tail, grabbing off a chunk of fur.
"I always wondered why the tip of her tail was balding..." the poster writes in the clip. "Rescued her with the tip of her tail balding, [what the f***]?" she continues, explaining in the comments that the bird actually waits for them every day.
Golden retrievers are known for their soft, luscious coat, that makes them one of the most loved breeds in America, but maintaining it requires some dedication.
In an article medically reviewed by Dr. Luqman Javed, Catster explains that because these beautiful pups shed throughout the year, especially during spring and fall, it's important to keep their grooming schedule consistent, brushing them at least three to five times a week.
The brushing should last about 10 to 15 minutes each session, starting from the base of their neck, down to their legs. It's important to check for tangles or mats before brushing your pup. Dirt and debris should also be cleared beforehand.
Golden retrievers also need tooth brushing at least about two to three times a week, nail trimming every two to three weeks, bathing once a month, and professional grooming every eight to 10 weeks (optional).
Other breeds that require consistent grooming include old English sheepdog, poodle, Hungarian Puli, Afghan hound, and Bichon Frisé.
A stock image shows a golden retriever out on a walk with its owner.
A stock image shows a golden retriever out on a walk with its owner.
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The video quickly went viral on TikTok and it has so far received over 2.9 million views and 404,400 likes on the platform.
One user, Nadia Maas, commented: "I always thought my mum was fibbing telling me birds would pick her hair to and from school as a little girl but now I believe her. Poor puppy [I don't even know] how you combat that."
Xyzarrr said: "From her reaction, she's still baffled and concerned but already getting used to it."
DepressionJunkie added: "The tucked tail means this had been going on for a while now."
Newsweek reached out to @brookekalman for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
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