Why did my dog suddenly flail, then have an uneven gait and head tilt?

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My dog was laying on the ground when she flipped to her side and began flailing violently for about 15 seconds. When she was finally able to get up, her gait was uneven as her legs on one side were swinging out further than those on the other, and her head was tilted to one side. She is behaving normally now, but this really freaked me out and I was wondering what this could be a sign of. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 27 lbs

Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Wow, I can see that must've been scary . There are a few thingsthat could be the cause of this for April. Depending on her age, some illnesses like vestibular syndrome are more likely in older dogs. Middle ear infections can affect balance, or it may have been a type of seizure. I recommend getting her checked by your vet. They may suggest a blood test and xrays.

Why did my dog suddenly flail, then have an uneven gait and head tilt?

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