starhound Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 (edited) Hi Greytalkers. I'm looking for some advice with something my greyhound has experienced. I tend to overworry about my old boy. My greyhound is 10 and a half. Last night he was sleeping peacefully and got up, still apparently asleep, walked to the living room staggering. For a few moments he stood and struggled to keep his balance, without actually falling but it was clear he was having some difficulty to remain upright. I turned on the light and he was alright less than 10 seconds after. His balance was 100% back and his coordination was all there. He had this same thing happen about 6 months ago, so it's not a frequent occurrence at this point. Still it's a bit alarming to watch. Has anybody had similar happen with their grey? I want to believe it's something as simple as night terrors springing him awake but of course I worry about epilepsy or something worse causing the brief stagger. Thanks for reading. Edited November 17, 2016 by starhound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Look up Transient Ischemic Attack. Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starhound Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 Look up Transient Ischemic Attack. I don't think it was a TIA. At least, I hope not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starhound Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 Google suggests it might be symptoms of Vestiblular syndrome. Does anybody have any experience? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Our greyhound Hobbes had two separate incidents of Vestibular syndrome. The first time he was dizzy, lost his balance and was unable to stand at all. At the E-vet, a neurologist identified his symptoms as Vestibular. He did recover over a period of hours and was given medication for the dizziness. The second incident was shorter in duration and less severe, more like your greyhound experienced. It might be a good idea to have your greyhound get a physical and some blood work just to ease your mind. Hobbes was also approx. 10-1/2 years when he had the first event. Keep us posted on how your boy is doing. Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starhound Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 Our greyhound Hobbes had two separate incidents of Vestibular syndrome. The first time he was dizzy, lost his balance and was unable to stand at all. At the E-vet, a neurologist identified his symptoms as Vestibular. He did recover over a period of hours and was given medication for the dizziness. The second incident was shorter in duration and less severe, more like your greyhound experienced. It might be a good idea to have your greyhound get a physical and some blood work just to ease your mind. Hobbes was also approx. 10-1/2 years when he had the first event. Keep us posted on how your boy is doing. Thank you for replying. He just had full bloodwork done for a carnassial tooth extraction which all came back perfectly, so that's at least a comfort. Since his motor function is 100% and I know his levels are good I'm wondering if I should watch and wait before taking him to the vet again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 As your pup has had full blood work recently done, you could keep an eye on him for any signs of another event. If you see he is having difficulty I'd bring him in so the vet can evaluate his condition as it happens. It's a good sign that he is recovering and seems to be back to normal. Good luck with your greyhound. Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 If it happens again try to video it for your vet. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 For what it's worth, I can hardly walk in the morning when I first get up due to all of my major joints be royally messed up. Could it just be stiffness? Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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