Intervertebral disk disease is a common spinal cord disease in dogs that can cause back pain, difficulty walking, or inability to feel the back legs (paralysis). Certain breeds including the dachshund, shih tzu, Pekingese and Beagle are commonly affected. Intervertebral disk can… Read More
Balance problems in dogs are a relatively common neurological condition. Head tilt, incoordination and abnormal eye movements are common clinical signs. Owners may state that their dog has vertigo, is off balance, or had a stroke. The vestibular system can be thought… Read More
Encephalitis, meningitis and GME all refer to inflammation of the nervous system. Encephalitis means ‘inflammation of the brain’, whereas meningitis means ‘inflammation of the meninges’. Certain breeds are more likely to be affected with encephalitis, including the Yorkshire Terrier, Maltese, Chihuahua, terrier-breeds,… Read More
Brain tumors are a relatively common neurological problem in dogs and cats and typically affect older pets. Certain breeds are over-represented including the Boxer dog, Golden Retriever and Boston Terrier. Clinical signs depend on the location of the tumor, but may include… Read More
Cervical intervertebral disk disease may cause a range of clinical signs. Most commonly, dogs will exhibit signs of neck pain–walking slowly, holding their head low, spasms of the neck muscles, and crying spontaneously. Some dogs may show weakness (tetraparesis) or wobbliness (ataxia)… Read More
