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Canine vestibular syndrome
A balance-system (inner ear / brainstem) problem: sudden head tilt, flicking eyes and stumbling. Idiopathic geriatric vestibular syndrome is the most common form and mostly resolves in days to weeks β but ear infection, toxins and brain disease must be ruled out first.
π Related symptoms
Typical symptoms ranked by diagnostic value β tap for the full symptom page
β Home-care checklist
- βKeep the room quiet and fall-safe with non-slip mats
- βHelp with food and water (head tilt affects aim)
- βLog onset time and changes
- βNo human dizziness medication
π₯ When to see a vet
- β Sudden head tilt + flicking eyes together
- β Vomiting that prevents eating
- β No improvement after 72 hours
πΎ Predisposed breeds
Can occur in any breed β no specific predisposition
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