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My dog is shaking, off-balance, and acting drunk. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 30 lbs

My dog is acting very strange. He is normally very hyper and happy. But when I came home from work I found him laying down and slightly shaking, more like rocking. And then when he started to get up it’s like he was drunk. His tail is between his legs. He’s having a really hard time walking, completely off-balance, his tail between his legs. And he also looks so scared!

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 15th, 2017

Hello there and thank you for your post! With your description, I would recommend having Leo examined by a veterinarian to help better determine what the cause Maybe. I worry about something that he may have ingested causing a toxicity or something neurological which may need immediate attention. I hope this helps guide you in the right direction. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions that you may have. I am also available via consultation if needed.

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