My dog's head is suddenly tilted and she's in pain. What's wrong?

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my dogs head is turned to the left suddenly and she has some pain I was away for 3 hours and came home to this sudden change in her. She ended up just lying down in an unusual place but where no one will bother her basically. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 11 years and 1 month old | 5.5 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

A head tilt can be a sign of various things such as ear infection, vestibular syndrome (a little bit like a stroke but not as serious), neck pain or a brain issue. Have a look at her eyes if they are moving oddly it is likely vestibular or a brain issue. If not ear infection or neck pain is more likely. It would be best to get her checked out as for each of these things she will likely need some pain relief or treatment.

My dog's head is suddenly tilted and she's in pain. What's wrong?

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