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My dog is shaking badly, panting, can't walk. Emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Terrier | Female | unspayed | 20 lbs

my dog is shaking so bad she can not walk now could about an hour ago she will not drink water but will lick it from a rag she is panting really bad I am freaking out!!!!!

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on October 26th, 2017

I would recommend that you have Cassie examined by an emergency vet as soon as possible. Shaking can be caused by a huge list of things, and she needs to be thoroughly examined by a veterinarian to see what could be the cause.

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