Why is my 10-year-old dog suddenly falling, confused, and not eating?

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My 10yr old Italian Greyhound has suddenly fallen over twice today and then looks very confused. She is off her food too. Pet's info: Dog | Italian Greyhound | Female | spayed | 10 years old | 10 lbs

Alysia Van Scoy, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor Milly! That is very concerning. I would recommend taking her in for an examination by a veterinarian. Falling can be a sign of cardiac disease or neurological disease. Sometimes it can be something like Old Dog Vestibular disease which causes severe neurological signs like circling, nystagmus (eyes bouncing back and forth) head tilt and falling over. This condition usually self resolves, but needs a veterinarian exam to differentiate from a more serious condition. Sometimes it can be a heart problem which is causing poor circulation which would require medications. A veterinarian will do an exam to localize the problem to a system and then blood work . Thanks for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Why is my 10-year-old dog suddenly falling, confused, and not eating?

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