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Why is my Shih Tzu acting drunk, swaying, and losing balance?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered

My shitzu is acting like he is drunk. He swaying and no balance. What is wrong!?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 2nd, 2016

A dog acting drunk can be a sign of toxicity in dogs, such as from ingesting a human medication or recreational drug, it could be due to an ear infection causing vestibular disease, or due to head trauma. I would take Romeo into a vet right away, the cause of the symptoms need to be diagnosed so he can be treated. Please take him into a vet immediately.

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