I have an 11-year-old Yorkie, Otis, who had been on antiobiotics for the last month due to a staph infection. The vet also switched his diet from raw food to Royal Canin Venison & Potatoes so we could weed out what was causing the infection.
The infection went away, however I noticed last week as we were getting ready to "go for a ride," Otis' body went rigid and he acted as if he wanted to move, but couldn't. He was still standing but his legs were spread a little apart, and he was shaking a bit. This lasted for all of 5 seconds. I screamed his name, and as soon as I did that, he went normal, licked his lips a bit, but was fine.
Since then I have been keeping an eye on him. I noticed that he had the same type of seizure yesterday morning, and then once more today as we were getting ready to leave.
All three occasions lasted no more than 3 to 5 seconds, very short. He is not lying on his side. His tongue and eyes appear to be normal. It's such a short burst that I don't notice too much. Of course, he may have them where I didn't see it. So far I've seen three over the course of a week.
I called the vet and she said just bring him in for an examination, but it sounds like nothing to get too worried about. She mentioned an MRI, but if the seizures are so short, it may not be worth it.
I am EXTREMELY worried. If anyone can give me a clue or hint what this can be, your advice would be kindly appreciated.
Thank you!
Junebug & Otis
