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Why does my pug faint or collapse when excited? Is it a seizure?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

My pug keeps passing out when he gets excited it's almost like a seizure

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 19th, 2019

I'd be concerned this could be related to heart disease or a respiratory problem like a collapsing trachea. This is not normal at all, you need to have Pugsley seen by a vet in the morning. Keep him calm.

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