How to stop tail spinning?

Bullylover2013

I have noticed my 6 month old Bully has become interested in chasing his tail lately. I have checked with the breeder about it being neurological or ocd since i was very concerned and have read countless articles on how severe it can get. She told me it sounds like he has to much energy and is just hyper since none of his bloodlines had ocd and neither do any of his brothers in the same litter. When he spins what is the best way to stop him? I have put bitter apple on his tail and make him wear the thunder shirt which has cut back on the chasing dramatically but he still does it on occasions and I want to try to stop it all together. I noticed he chases his tail for a few minutes the most in confined areas like if he follows me in the bathroom, before he needs a nap, or when I put him in his car carrier and as soon as I let him out. He responds to me when chasing his tail and I can make him stop with a loud noise or by giving him a good treat. Thanks

Seon

I don't have the answer being that my 14 wk old Trayler has done that since 8 wks old when I bought him.  I asked the Vet about it and was told he'll grow out of it  :-/.

Boyda

Spinning can either be a very serious OCD issue or something that they will grow out of. I don't have to much experience in this area, as I've never had a spinner, but I have read the stories of them. I'm sure someone with more experience then me will chime in with better advice. I would suggest trying to wear them out physically and mentally. At this age they need stimulation. Also, I would suggest a little air horn type thing. They sell them at most pet stores, I forget what they are called exactly, but they make a loud hissing noise and should help distract them from the spinning. Again, I'm sure someone with more experience in this area will give better advice, just thought I would let you both know we are still here to try and give any help!

BulliesofNC

This topic has been brought a few times before in the past and the information provided may be very helpful for you:


http://www.bulliesofnc.com/BTforum/discussion/139/spinning#Item_18

http://www.bulliesofnc.com/BTforum/discussion/550/absolutely-unbeleivable-zerlett-kennels-strikes-again./p4

http://www.bulliesofnc.com/BTforum/discussion/1006/claxxton-is-still-spinning#Item_4

http://www.bulliesofnc.com/BTforum/discussion/235/tail-chasing-spinning-hucklebutting#Item_16