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My 7-year-old dog stiffens, trembles, can't walk. Is it seizures?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 7 years and 6 months old | 7 lbs

Have a shih chi mix 7 yrs every once in awhile in last 6 mos he will stiffen up can't walk and tremble lasts bout 4 or 5 min what do you think?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 14th, 2018

I think it sounds like Einey could be having partial seizures. Seizures can occur secondary to certain toxins, infections in the brain, epilepsy or brain tumors. I would recommend seeing your veterinarian- if you are able to take a video of an episode it could help your vet.

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