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It is most common in West Highland White Terriers, Maltese, Bichons, Poodles, [1] and other small dogs. There is a sudden onset of the disease at one to two years of age. It is more likely to occur, and the symptom is worse during times of stress. Nystagmus, difficulty walking, and seizures may occur in some dogs.
"Fluctuations in sex hormones can also cause coat changes in some dogs. In males, some testicular tumors can cause coat thinning and mammary gland enlargement." Endocrine disease: Symptoms
These head tremors are considered idiopathic because the cause is not apparent, [2] but nervous system disorders, seizures and head injuries may be significant contributors of idiopathic head tremors in dogs. [1] Head tremors are usually not associated with any other symptoms, although some dogs have other signs of disease in addition to head ...
Autoimmune conditions related to gluten include celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and gluten ataxia.There is research showing that in people with gluten ataxia early diagnosis and treatment with a gluten-free diet can improve ataxia and prevent its progression. [9]
Too much sugar in your dog's diet can cause problems. If they consume too much sugar over an extended period of time, it could lead to diabetes, digestive trouble and tooth decay, Purina reports.
This can cause a wide variety of secondary problems. Hypocalcinemia is also associated with GSE. [4] In treated GSE, the restrictions on diet as well as reduced absorption as a result of prolonged damage may result in post-treatment deficiencies. [5] Vitamin A – Poor absorption of vitamin A has been seen in coeliac disease.
Acetaminophen (paracetamol, Tylenol) can cause liver damage in dogs. The toxic dose is 150 mg/kg. [174] Ibuprofen * can cause gastrointestinal irritation, stomach ulcers, and kidney damage in dogs. [175] Naproxen (Aleve)* has a long half-life in dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation, anemia, melena (digested blood in feces), and vomiting.
Nutmeg is highly neurotoxic to dogs and causes seizures, tremors, and nervous system disorders which can be fatal. Nutmeg's rich, spicy scent is attractive to dogs which can result in a dog ingesting a lethal amount of this spice. Eggnog and other food preparations which contain nutmeg should not be given to dogs. [48] [49] [50]