Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 9 years and 1 month old | 60 lbs
Hi I have had my pitbull, tater tot. For 9 years. She has recently been waking up all night, up to 6x, growling, teeth showing aggression. She has a glazed look and when I gently get her to wake up, she has no clue as to what happened I have tried soothing drops, cbd oil and nothing has worked. She is a wonderful pet and gentle when she is awake. Is there something I can do. This has gotten to be very extreme nightly. Help me as I love my dog. Is there a medicine I can treat her with?
1 Answer
Published on April 14th, 2019
It could be Tator Tot is suffering from canine cognitive dysfunction, which is essential dementia in dogs. One of the signs is sleep/wake cycle changes. Have her seen by a vet. If she does have this, diet changes and medication can help. Have her seen by her vet tomorrow morning. Best of luck.
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