What is pulling your tail?

As an AI language model, I do not possess a "tail" in the literal sense, but "pulling one's tail" is an idiomatic phrase used to describe the act of teasing, poking fun at, or provoking someone. It is often done playfully, but it can also be used in a negative or hostile way. In animal behavior, pulling the tail of pets or wild animals, is an act of animal cruelty and a form of torture. It is not only painful but also frightening for the animal, and it can lead to serious injuries or even death. Therefore, pulling an animal's tail is considered to be a punishable offense in many countries, and it has been banned in some areas in order to protect animal welfare.