My dog ​​is shivering – is this a symptom of a disease?

Sometimes dogs seem to shake and shake all over the place, worrying their owners. Here are some reasons why your dog may be shaking.

• Dogs get cold and shiver just like us, especially those with very short hair. This is why you see so many Chihuahuas in sweaters and why the doggies seem to be shaking all the time.

• A shaking dog can also be a dog in pain. If your dog seems hesitant before engaging in normal activity, it could indicate that something is hurting him. A backache or an upset stomach can make a dog shiver.

• A fearful dog is a shaky dog. If your pet is scared or nervous, it may shake and run to hide. There are many dogs that are naturally anxious and tremble frequently.

• Tremors and shaking that won’t stop may indicate something more serious than a stomach ache. Diabetes and kidney disease, among other serious medical conditions, can cause a dog’s leg tremors. The tremor along with the weakness could mean that there is damage or disease to the brain or spine. Poisoning can also cause tremors, which are usually followed by seizures.

Now that you know some of the common causes of tremors and tremors in your dog, you may be wondering how to tell one from the other.

• If you feel cold and your dog is shivering, he is probably cold. They feel the chill in the air just as much as we do, so you might want to buy a dog sweater. They come in various sizes, are inexpensive, and keep your pet more comfortable. You can also help by letting your dog come indoors in cold weather, or at least by providing a warm place for him to go. A bed that is out of the wind and away from the cold ground is ideal, and providing him with some blankets or an old quilt will give him something to hide behind.

• We all know our dogs well, so you probably already know if you have a dog prone to nervousness and anxiety. A dog that is nervous will tremble when threatened or scared, but will not show any other signs of trouble. Dogs can have an anxiety disorder just like people, and there are treatments and medications available for them too. There is no reason for your dog to be a nervous wreck all the time.

• Dogs are great at pretending that everything is fine, even when they are in pain. It is up to you, as the owner, to spot the subtle signs that your dog may be suffering. In addition to shaking, your dog may seem reluctant to move and refuse to jump or climb stairs. Obviously, limping and moving stiffly are indicative of pain, and a dog that normally knocks you down for dinner and doesn’t come to eat is probably in pain. Take him to the vet, who can offer you many different types of medications and treatments so your pet doesn’t suffer.

• When the tremor is due to something more serious, there are often other signs of an underlying problem. Vomiting and depression are often noted in dogs with kidney or brain disease and diabetes. These conditions can also cause your dog to drink excessive amounts of water.

If you notice any of these last signs and symptoms in your dog, in addition to shaking, take him to the vet. These diseases respond better to treatment when they are caught early.

Also, if he’s worried or the shaking doesn’t seem to have a cause (or just won’t stop), take him to the vet just in case. Better to have a certificate of good health than possibly miss out on something serious.

The next article in this series will discuss coughing in dogs and the common causes of it.

Hopefully the article will help you learn how to spot potential serious conditions in your pet before they get out of hand.

Most of us think of our dogs as loved ones, and anything we can do to keep them from getting sick or hurt is well worth reading further. It is priceless to realize a problem and get your dog to a vet in time to stop a serious problem.

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