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My dog's head twitches for minutes. Is it a seizure? When to worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 3 years and 2 months old | 30 lbs

My dog has been doing this weird twitching thing with his head. I'm not sure if it's a seizure, or what it is. It happens every few hours or so, and lasts 2-3 minutes.

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Answered By Shaneez Wallani, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 28th, 2019

I recommend making an appointment to have Gunner seen by a vet to help determine if this is a seizure. If you can get a video of the episodes, it may help to show it to your vet. See the following link for more information on seizures in dogs and what is considered an emergency situation. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=560

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