My Shih Tzu is gasping, shaking, and walking slow. What's wrong?

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I have a shizoo and the last week he sounds very throaty like he has phlegm there also the top of his head sort of shivers quiet bad frequently and tonight he was gasping for breath and went ridged I spoke to him softly and it passed after about a minute, He had his eye out last year was wondering if it has something to do with that also the last few days he has been very slow at walking , he is eating and drinking fine but I’m worried what do you think it could be ? Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 8 years and 3 months old | 17 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Buster. This could be several different things and possible multiple different things. The difficulty breathing could be from heart disease, pneumonia and even cancer. The rigid activity concerns me that he may have had a seizure which could have be from not getting enough oxygen or something else. I doubt this has anything to do with his eye since that was so long ago but I cannot say for sure since i do not know his full medical history. I would Have your vet take a look at him as soon as possible. They will be able to determine the cause and get him on meds to help him feel better before he gets worse. I hope this helps!

My Shih Tzu is gasping, shaking, and walking slow. What's wrong?

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