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Why is my dog jerking and losing balance then seems fine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 7 months old | 13 lbs

My dog keeps jerking and then losing her balance, almost falls over and then she is fine again

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on May 11th, 2017

This could be anything from symptoms of poisoning to an ear infection or vestibular disease to a tumor or neurological condition. I recommend getting her seen by your vet as soon as possible for an exam, bloodwork, possibly x-rays, so your vet can determine the cause of Portia's balance problems and be better able to advise you on treatments.

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