My senior dog is falling and head nodding. What should I do?

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My dog,15 y/o with several health problems (main being epilepsy/takes phenobarbital with no problems,and heart failure/takes enalapril maleate for years & started furosemide 2 weeks ago).The last few days she has increasing instability standing and walking (she falls quite a lot),and today she started nodding her head with sharp but not too fast moves.She eats and drinks usual amounts of water,although not with enthusiasm.We have no access to a Vet,but if you think it's urgent we will find a way. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 15 years old | 24 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Souza! With her extensive history and multiple medications, I am quite concerned about these symptoms. These could be secondary to being on the wrong dose of phenobarbital, having a problem with her heart disease and not getting enough oxygen, a condition called geriatric vestibular disease that cause instability, a stroke and much more. I would try to get in to see a vet soon. A vet will be able to check phenobarbital levels, blood work and even X-rays if needed. Your vet will be able to adjust her medicine if needed or give her additional medicine if it is something unrelated to her current problems. I hope this helps and she starts to feel better soon !

My senior dog is falling and head nodding. What should I do?

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