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mznatalie 03-15-2009 02:18 PM
Need Advice please read this thread (video included)
 
I have taken my dog to two different vets they both have no idea what is wrong with my dog. They both said it didn't look like a seizure. These "episodes" last about 5 minutes and she just had another today after its over she's fine but I was hoping someone out there would know exactly what is going on with my dog. Please look at the video I taped it so the vet would know exactly what happened

me gabby sick Shortfilm Video on IMEEM Video

Thanks

LDandPasquale 03-15-2009 02:24 PM
I saw something like this on animal police on animal planet...someone complained cause they thought the dog was being abused cause it walked like this....it ended up that the dog had something wrong with the spinal cord.

mznatalie 03-15-2009 02:26 PM
Thanks for the quick reply wow I will have to mention that to the vet I have another appointment tomorrow.

scentlady 03-15-2009 02:27 PM
I hope your vet will be able to help you once they see this video. Could your dog be having a hyperglycemic episode?
Let us know what happens at the vet. You may just help alot of other yorkie owners.

Juliealfies mum 03-15-2009 02:29 PM
Is Gabby like this all of the time or just for short periods and how long has she been like this?

DvlshAngel985 03-15-2009 02:30 PM
Sorry, I don't know what it could be. Just bumping your thread up for you.

Is your Gabby in any pain during these episodes?
Just thinking ahead to what others may ask.

mznatalie 03-15-2009 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Juliealfies mum (Post 2522824)
Is Gabby like this all of the time or just for short periods and how long has she been like this?
It happened about an hour ago it lasted for about 4 minutes the last time it happened (when i took the video) was back in November before that it happened in August. It always lasts between 3-5 minutes. The vet was happy that i brought in the video but she ruled out seizures but didn't know what was. They took all types of tests and nothing showed up

sherrijmkassie 03-15-2009 02:37 PM
It must be very frustrating for you to see your baby sick and not knowing what is wrong. I hope you soon find answers and that Gabby gets treatment and it is nothing serious.

Hugs

Juliealfies mum 03-15-2009 02:41 PM
I though it looked like a sort of seizure. Alfie has seizures but he goes very stiff , mainly in his front legs , but if your vet ruled that out maybe its to do with her spine .I think there is a thread about a conditon to do with this somewhere, i will have look and post it if I find it. Good luck in getting to the bottom of what is going on with your little one.

scentlady 03-15-2009 02:46 PM
it almost sounds like your vet isn't willing to keep looking for an answer. You said he ran tests and ruled out seizures.
What else is your vet doing for you? I'd be finding a specialist or something. just my 2 cents

megansmomma 03-15-2009 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by mznatalie (Post 2522805)
I have taken my dog to two different vets they both have no idea what is wrong with my dog. They both said it didn't look like a seizure. These "episodes" last about 5 minutes and she just had another today after its over she's fine but I was hoping someone out there would know exactly what is going on with my dog. Please look at the video I taped it so the vet would know exactly what happened

me gabby sick Shortfilm Video on IMEEM Video

Thanks
PM a moderator and ask that this be put into the Sick and Injured forum. There are a lot of people there that could possibly help answer your questions. If you don't know how to find a mod let me know and I will help you. :)

I do not have a clue what is going on but my suggestion would be to see a neurologist. :(

Juliealfies mum 03-15-2009 02:51 PM
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...ent-stiff.html

Look at this thread someone mentions Altonoaxial instability in it you might be able to find something on this. iam not saying that is what your litle one has but i may be worh looking it up and seeing what the symptoms are.

Princes mom 03-15-2009 02:53 PM
Oh my. I hope your baby will be ok.

LilMissy 03-15-2009 03:02 PM
I don't think it looks like a seizure either. It looks spinal maybe. I would ask for a referral to a neurologist I think. I really hope that you find something out soon.

cobird2 03-15-2009 03:16 PM
I'm sorry I can't help you figure out what is wrong with Gabby. She looks so helpless when she's having the episode and I can imagine your heart breaks because you also feel helpless.
I hope you can find a vet who can help.

mznatalie 03-15-2009 03:20 PM
Thanks for the feedback I will follow up with everyone tomorrow after I return from the vet hopefully with a diagnosis

kalina82 03-15-2009 03:27 PM
i don't think its a seizure either but it does look neurological. I would definitely ask your vet to refer you to a specialist. i would be worried that something is wrong with the spine. it also looks like her neurons are just firing all over the place making her body move uncontrollably.

Ladymom 03-15-2009 03:35 PM
Oh, poor Gabby. That is heartbreaking to watch.

Lady has had seizures for nine years, but hers look nothing like that. Hers are grand mal seizures.

There is what they call a partial seizure, where only part of the brain is affected so you only see the seizure in the part of the body it controls.

PARTIAL OR FOCAL SEIZURES

Have you considered taking Gabby to a neurologist?

kalina82 03-15-2009 03:40 PM
also you may want to ask about getting an MRI done

lil fu fu girl 03-15-2009 05:18 PM
I am not a vet, however I think it definitely looks neurological. Maybe a MRI and x-ray might lead you to an answer. My heart goes out to you and your beautiful little baby. Please keep us posted.

wemple2 03-15-2009 05:36 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Juliealfies mum (Post 2522864)
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sic...ent-stiff.html

Look at this thread someone mentions Altonoaxial instability in it you might be able to find something on this. iam not saying that is what your litle one has but i may be worh looking it up and seeing what the symptoms are.
This is my thought exactly...this seems neurological, most likely with the spinal cord. It seems to be her back legs are not getting the message from her brain as to what to do. Has she ever had an injury or fall?
Please keep searching for the answer...my thoughts and prayers are with you. The idea to video this while it was happening was brilliant...sometimes when you take your dog to a vet and she is acting totally normal...it's difficult to explain what happens during an episode, and the vet doesn't have a clear idea of the seriousness involved. Again, I pray for your little one...
Something else to remember, do not allow her to jump on or off of anything...get an MRI...soon.

Mybabe4me 03-15-2009 08:50 PM
I would love to help you out hon, but the video is not working for me so I sent it it a friend and it is not working for her either. HMM I am a Altoaxial Instbility Mom. I have 4. 5 year old that has AAI. I surely wish I could see the problem you little one is having. Sorry you are going through this with your little one.
If you would like to read up on AAI please go to Petplace.com Type in Altoaxial Instibility and it sould come up with plenty of information for you. Also you can check out my little guys' story at Dog profile for Wheelie Boy Babybear® , a male Yorkshire Terrier.
Again wish I could see the video. Is there any way of uploading it to Youtube?

hugz4all4 03-16-2009 05:07 AM
I tried the video too and it didnt work. I too have a dog that has siezures and just like people all dogs siezure different. My dog just stares in space and if not in his kennel he will just keep backing up and his front legs go stiff.
Anyways I hope that you can figure out whats wrong with your baby. ((hugs))

Kenna 03-16-2009 05:09 AM
Aww, poor Gabby. I hope you can figure out what is wrong with her. It is heartbreaking to watch.

(the video did work for me)

Hugs to both of you...

manolos mom 03-16-2009 05:09 AM
Altoaxial Instbility, my thoughts exactly..When Manolo was having his seizure he could not walk nor was he alert. He layed on his side very stiff and just whinned. Please let us know what the vet says....Wishing you guys the best .....Lissette

hugz4all4 03-16-2009 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by manolos mom (Post 2523752)
Altoaxial Instbility, my thoughts exactly..When Manolo was having his seizure he could not walk nor was he alert. He layed on his side very stiff and just whinned. Please let us know what the vet says....Wishing you guys the best .....Lissette
like I said in my earlier post, not all dogs siezure the same.
My dog has siezures and he doesnt lay on his side. He walks and looks alert but isnt, his eyes stay wide open. My dog keep walking backwards if he isnt in his kennel and his front legs go stiff he looks like a penquin. (that is the only way I can explain it) I usually no when he is going to have one cause he starts to get antsy so I usually put him in his kennel so he stays safe, but I stay right there with him untill its over. Yes, he as been offically diagnoses with a siezures disorder. Humans are the same way, my husband and my father both suffer from grand mal siezures, my husband falls to the floor and shakes terrible, my father stares into space and goes stiff. Two very different ways of having the same type seizure.
I havent been able to view the video so I dont know exactly what her dog is doing, but unless the vet (which I might of missed in her post) has ruled out a seizure disorder, it is still possible that her is seizing.
To the OP, I wish you and your pup the best of luck and that your vet finds whats wrong with her soon. ((hugs))

hugz4all4 03-16-2009 05:59 AM
i just saw that seizure has been ruled out, I must have overlooked it. I really hope they can find out what is wrong.. ((hugs))

Nancy1999 03-16-2009 07:16 AM
Is there any chance someone could have given the dog a large quantity of alcohol such as a mixed drink or beer? This is pretty much what happens, if there is brain injury from it.

Ellie May 03-16-2009 10:52 AM
What blood work has been done and is the vet willing to refer you to a neurologist?

Juliealfies mum 03-16-2009 02:30 PM
Just checking in to see how the vet visit went.


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