Lizards possess a unique survival trick. They can detach their tails to escape predators. This process is called autotomy.

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Warning: This story contains graphic images A family cat from Bricket Wood was rushed to the vets after sustaining serious injuries to his tail, which was later amputated as a result.

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If your cat suddenly starts playing with their tail, it might be a good idea to examine the tail and check them for fleas to help rule this out. If you spot a wound, make sure you take your cat to ...

Fleas can cause cats to be generally itchy and want to catch their tails, or a tail injury can also cause them to play with their tail while they try to clean the wound.