Why is my old dog falling, struggling to walk, and not eating?

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My dog is 15 years old he in the last week has started falling over every time he try's to walk he rolls over on his back legs up he struggles to stand and can't walk straight his body is slomped to one side. He's not wonting to eat or drink an he wimpers when pooing. I have no insurance for him and I'm on benefits I'm heartbroken as I don't no what to do or who can help me. He hasn't got a vet either. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 15 years and 2 months old

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Oscar. It sound like he may be having vestibular disease. This affects parts of the nerves and brain which deal with orientation and coordination. In older dogs, they can develop idiopathic vestibular disease which resolves on its own within 5-14 days. Management of this includes giving them anti-nausea medication as this disease is sort of like having vertigo and can make patients very nauseous. Other causes of vestibular disease include an ear infection, a brain tumor, or a stroke. You can watch him for a couple of days and if he is getting slightly better then you may not need to see a vet. If it has not resolved in 2 weeks then he should be seen by a vet. However, if he gets worse within the next 2 days, he should be seen immediately by a veterinarian. You can try and contact your local veterinarian or SPCA for information about aid in your area. Hope this helps and best of luck

Why is my old dog falling, struggling to walk, and not eating?

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