Comments on: Causes Of Shaking & Trembling in Dogs

By: Andrew

Andrew — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 03:19:51 +0000

In reply to Carolyn. Hi Carolyn. If the shave was short, it could be as simple as that. However, grooming can cause clipper rash as well as sometimes musculoskeletal injuries during the handling process so if you’re in any doubt, it’s best to get a check up.

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 23:18:23 +0000

Hi Andrew
Our 15months old schitsu kira
Her daddy gave her a groom
and now she is trembling and shivering everyday could it be the stress of him cutting her hair so so short or something else l know its cold but she has a very warm coat mummies warm
cuddles help but even so trembling
still happens so worried xo

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 22:37:45 +0000

In reply to Stacie. Hi Stacie. These could be responses to fear of anticipation of the nails being cut, but I suspect there is a more physical cause such as partial seizures. Definitely worth a vet check up.

By: Stacie

Stacie — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:34:55 +0000

I have a 5 year old chiweenie. Due to his aggressiveness his nails grew very long before we could get them cut. During this time period his front legs started to stiffen he falls to one side and screams, this last any where from 10 seconds to no longer than 30 seconds. After his nails were cut this is still happening, especially when we go to put his harness on or anything towards his head.. Do you have any idea what this could be

By: Andrew

Andrew — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:28:25 +0000

In reply to Jacqueline. Hi Jacqueline. I don’t have any extra advice, but I doubt many vets would use seizure medication for a relatively mild episode like this. You should definitely get a check up though.

By: Jacqueline

Jacqueline — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 11:48:49 +0000

Hi Dr. Andrew,
I have a 5 year old cocker spaniel who is experiencing what appear to be muscle tremors. He will sit and his legs and behind will begin to shake and stiffen, it then travels up his body. He is completely lucid during these episodes and they last anywhere between 30 seconds to 2 minutes. This began in October 2020 and have happened four times (a month to two months apart). He is completely healthy otherwise and I am reluctant to start him on epilepsy medication if it is not completely necessary. Do you have any advise? Sorry for the long message I’m very concerned about him.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:47:15 +0000

In reply to Joan. Hi Joan. I’m sure there is another vet you can see sooner and I think it’s quite important that you do. Top of the list would be IVDD.

By: Joan

Joan — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:33:34 +0000

I have a 12 yr old Cardigan Welsh Corgi. He has been healthy up til a day ago. He started showing favoritism to his left hind leg and now he doesnt want to climb stairs and he walks stiff, slow and hurtful. His hind legs shake after a short walk and he wants to lay down alot more than he use to. He’s eating fine, I give him pumpkin and olive oil along with some Tumeric in his food for natural treatment . He’s having bowel movements and drinking water as well as urinating ok. He seems painful and doesn’t want to be touched around his belly or lower back. When he’s laying on the loor I notice a little drewl by his mouth. Im very worried and cant get him to my vet for 2 more dsys. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. He’s such a gd Boy. Joan

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 23:51:22 +0000

In reply to Erin a Healey. Hi Erinn. Flinching and being easily startled as well as tremor are very common in dogs at around 16 years of age. I’m not aware of anything that can be done except to keep them in a familiar environment where they can be more relaxed.

By: Erin a Healey

Erin a Healey — Sat, 26 Dec 2020 18:26:09 +0000

My dog is a 16+ year old dashound with foggy eyes he shoves and shakes at times … but he had teeth pulled a year ago a lot 24 and recovered with a jaw spasm that never left and now the light or movement next to him makes his head and eyes spasm like he is being beat I’m worried he’s on a high fiber food due to an intestinal problem with bloody stool please advise and help this poor little guy is the biggest part of my heart