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Why is my dog tilting his head and rolling when he tries to stand?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 10 months old | 20 lbs

My dog has tilted head and rolls when he tries to stand.What kind of sickness is this and what do i give him without taking him to vet?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 7th, 2017

Your dog likely suffers from a severe ear infection, you cannot give him anything without taking him to the vet, he will need antibiotics/antifungal meds in order to recover and you need to do it urgently.

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