Did my dog have a stroke?

Three Methods: Knowing the Signs of a Stroke Caring For a Dog You Suspect Has Had a Stroke Assessing Whether Your Dog is at Risk of Stroke Community Q&A Knowing the risks, signs, and symptoms of a stroke means that you can provide your dog with proper care and make it comfortable if you suspect a stroke. read more

If you suspect your dog has had a stroke, look inside her mouth for dark red gums or check her inner eyelids to see if they are dark red. This may indicate a decrease in oxygen to the body. If there is any suspicion of a stroke, it is important that you take your dog to a veterinarian immediately. read more

If your older dog is acting like he's had a stroke, it may be Old Dog Vestibular Disease. Fortunately, according to veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker, this condition isn’t as bad as it looks or as it sounds. read more