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June 9th, 2008, 08:16 PM
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Dog's head and when walking is leaning to left side and balance is off
My dog is showing symptoms of leaning his head to the left and when he just went outside he stumbled to the left. Could someone tell me is this is a serious thing. Thanking you all in advance.
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June 9th, 2008, 08:21 PM
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Yes, this could be very serious. One of our dogs got into some toxic mushrooms last year and exhibited similar symptoms. She required a night of fluids at the vet to flush her system and prevent organ damage.
It might also be something neurological like a stroke. So I'm afraid your best bet is to see a vet. Even if it's something relatively minor, like an ear infection, you'll need meds prescribed by a vet to clear it up. Good luck! 
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June 9th, 2008, 08:33 PM
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Hazel, of course, is right. You should go see a vet. It could be very serious.
If this is your twelve yr old dog (per your profile) it could also be vestibular disease which would manifest with a head tilt and stumbling. Another symptom, just to be on the lookout, is vomiting and eyes going up and down or side to side. Just letting you know in case it comes on during the night. :sad: Our 14 yr old golden had a bout in the fall and it was very very scary. She is fine now but it took quite a while. One way or the other definitely go to the vet as it could be so many other things too. Good luck and keep us posted. 
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June 10th, 2008, 08:13 AM
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Thankyou very much. My husband was on the phone with the vet when I posted the question. They are booked up today but told him I could bring him in between 8:30 and 8:45am. He is still very wobbly and just looks at me cause he is very scared. I'm hoping its vertigo. He used to shake his head when he barked like it bothered his ear but yesterday when we were playing he never shook his head it just started to tilt. I checked his ears and smelled them no ear infection and then shortly after I noticed his head tilted. I'm so upset to me he is still young. My baby. Thank you for the replies. I will let you know the outcome.
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June 10th, 2008, 11:02 PM
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How did the vet visit go, bluebear?
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