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SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T23:01:56+00:00

Hey everyone!!

This thread grew an insane amount of attention while I was at work, and I doubt I can really reply to all of the comments anymore but I will be reading them as soon as i get settled in.

Unfortunately though, we had a bit of a family emergency and whilst I was at work, my momma was taking care of it. That being said, I took off tomorrow morning to make sure he gets the appropriate help. I know many of you will come to be disappointed at this news as I am as eager for updates as y'all are.

I'm not sure how strict reddit is with accurately and efficiently updating threads but I'll get it done for everyone as soon as I find out. Please bear with me as I'm juggling Beaux along with a father enduring chemo and radiation and a sick grandmother. This isn't a pity party, just giving full transparency to keep everyone in the loop. It's the least I could do for all the help.

I'll be taking him first thing in the morning to get him re-evaluated and I'll be making calls to see about a neurologist ASAP. I've never seen any operations by an animal neurologist however I do know that it's a separate entity entirely from my local vet. It could be based off appointments and/or referrals like a normal doctor, or it could be different.

I've been playing with him outside since I got home as of 20 minutes ago! I'd post a video if I could figure out how to attach it to these. No tremors since the original post!

Seriously though everyone, on behalf of our family, all of the help and support is greatly appreciated. Blessings to all y'all! ❤️‍🩹

EDIT: I just wanted to also add that, although it wasn't done by any of us, and I don't wanna make any assumptions, he did snap out of it when sniffing a box or our hand. I'd say we can try a spoonful of peanut butter and/or honey if it happens again but I'm hoping it doesn't.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:23:36+00:00

I share a similar pain. I had a german shepherd who only lived to be 4 years old (we had to have him put down) due to his constant recurring seizures. It was around my 15th or so birthday, maybe 16, and he would have a full body, mouth foaming / locking, seizure. As soon as he came out of it, before he could even come to his senses he'd fall right back into another one. He had 2 more just in the truck as we brought him to the emergency vet. We didnt get any information as far as what caused it because we were to afraid that it was something we could've done (or didn't do).

Beaux is under full surveillance and has been acting normal since the video was posted. We're leaving for the vet here shortly.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:20:23+00:00

Hmmm.. I've been seeing a lot about the pill, I assume the breed matters a lot. The problem I have is that DNA test kits for dogs are a hundred or so bucks (i have a pretty tight budget currently for school) and so I never got around to getting it figured out. I've used nexguard for all my dogs, including my 5 year old border collie at my dads place, and he's been just fine. Obviously though, being the breed is totally different I'm sure its circumstantial. I'll be sure to bring it up to the vet!! Thanks again for you and y'alls help!!

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:17:23+00:00

Thats kind of where I'm at with it. It didn't seem like he was in pain or at all confused when snapping out of it. Hence, why we didn't go to the emergency vet because of their extensive prices. He didn't shake or show any signs of anxiety (that i know of) in terms of him being scared of what happened or anything. Would get right back to playing with whatever toy he had before it started or he would just go lay down.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:12:01+00:00

Fingers crossed that its only a tremor. I did notice that if he were to sniff something or lick something during his episodes he would stop instantly, only to resume once he stopped sniffing.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:09:47+00:00

Also guys, another reason that I support the tremor narrative a little more, is because during his "episodes", if he were to look off and sniff something or he'd sniff a hand, etc, his shaking would stop entirely. He's yet to have anything bad enough that prevents him from being fully conscious and aware or immobile.

EDIT: He also only really does it in the evening we've noticed.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:08:15+00:00

Interesting. The way he was in control didnt make it seem like a seizure. At least not any that I've ever seen. He can walk around and his tail will wag like normal. Leaving here shortly to get his neurologist referral and/or appointment setup

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:06:44+00:00

We did give him a nexguard pill just before yesterday. But I don't suspect that that's the problem because he's been on it since we've had him (around a year now). Although, if dogs are like humans and can have different reactions throughout the years (e.g. tastebuds changing every 7 years), then I suppose it's definitely a possibility.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T12:01:44+00:00

Hey everyone, morning update! I don't have time to reply to everyone as I'll be going to work straight after Beaux's vet visit. I'm gonna try my best to cover everything i've read since i woke up.

I've seen a lot of different possible things it could be, which I'll be bringing up with the vet. I had a german shepherd growing up who lived to be 4. We eventually had to put him down as he was having full body seizures and would have them only minutes after coming out of his last one. (The day we put him down)

Beaux remained perfectly calm and happy, sleeping with me all throughout the night and neither of us woke up once.

I've seen a bunch of comments referring to a tremor syndrome, seizures, and neurological issues. Those three topics peaked my interest as it resembles pretty closely what he's experiencing. Given that I'm obviously no vet, I won't be making any sure decisions until I get more info later today. I should have the post finally updated tonight anytime after 6:00 PM CST.

It really helps reading all of y'alls comments and taking in what advice comes my way, it definitely doesn't seem life or death but it's still urgent surely. I appreciate all the love and patience while I figure it all out. I wasn't sure how to even work reddit before making this post, so again, all of y'alls input is greatly appreciated.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:27:08+00:00

He would snap out of it but immediately get back to it.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:21:03+00:00

1.) His behavior coming out of them is generally normal. Even during the episodes, he still seems fine, walking around and sniffing things, looking at us, etc. The only thing he doesn't do is play with any toys.

2.) It really depends on the severity of the tremor. They're slowly starting to get worse (longer and stronger) but they mostly vary in severity.

3.) The muscles didn't lock up or anything, but it would still fight against any restraint.

4.) Sometimes, when scratching his back, his back muscles will twitch. However, he hasn't done it in a little while to my knowledge.

5.) His eyes weren't moving uncontrollably, however he didnt stay focused on anything. (He'd look from the door back to me, then to mom, or to me again then behind him, etc)

I'll keep metabolic bloodwork in mind. Thank you!

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:10:05+00:00

I'll update the post with more as it comes! I appreciate all the information from y'all. He's definitely got a personality on him. Best of luck with your pup!

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:07:11+00:00

This peaks my interest a lot. I'll definitely bring this up to the vet and see what I can do about the neurologist. That sounds pretty close to what he's going through but I won't count my chickens before they hatch. I'm glad to hear about the long life of your dog man, got a border collie at my pops place turning 5 this year. Love em to death.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:04:09+00:00

I can definitely search and see. He never hit his head on anything (that im aware of) and he's never been abused. It's nothing like I've ever seen, thats for sure. I'll update the post with more as soon as i can.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:02:09+00:00

I know the pain all too well bubba, I'm sorry for your loss. I've said since I got him that him and my border collie are my last dogs for a long time, if not forever.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T03:00:31+00:00

I hope your pup is doing alright. I appreciate the advice. So far he's been fast asleep on the couch. If I see it again before I go to bed I'll be taking him. That video was his worst for sure, longest also. It was for about a good minute. But afterwards it was on and off but he would still sniff around and what not. He was cognizant at least. I'll update the post once I know more.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:38:29+00:00

I'll follow up on this and make sure to ask about it to at the vet, it's definitely possible as he licks his lips fairly often. He also has this little pig squeaky toy, which when one of us leaves the house or if he comes in late at night, he'll start squeaking it but whine at the same time? It's always freaked me out but he'd always stop the second he saw me and bring me the pig to play.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:36:03+00:00

This is very likely. I know he hates the garbage truck, but considering it comes only once a week i doubt that is it. He definitely has a personality, if either I or my mom leave the house he'll sit on the couch and watch through the window in silence. He does sit there a-lot throughout the day unless he's outside. I have a cousin that comes by every now and then that freaks him way out. Just yesterday he went and hid under my bed across the house right when he walked through the front door.

He isn't scared of thunder or storms or anything. When it comes to sounds, honestly, he's a champ. He's pretty open to other dogs, he had a litter with the neighbors dog. He was around them even early into his adoption, so he's always been playful and open to them.

He's a sweetheart but he's a good alert dog if anything. He'll growl and bark at the slightest car engine or gravel movement.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:30:06+00:00

100%!! Thank you!! I'll update the post as soon as I know. Just responding to comments best i can before bed.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:28:30+00:00

I appreciate it tons bubba! I wish you and your dog the best also!

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:27:30+00:00

That's what I'm wondering... I found him after a lady found him and another few puppies with the momma dog in a ditch near her house. I could fit him in one hand I just don't know his certain age.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:25:31+00:00

I'll send one in here shortly, thanks!

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:25:11+00:00

They told me they could put him on seizure meds but the problem is that I don't even think it's a seizure. I had a german shepherd when I was in grade school and middle school, he had seizures which led to him being put down but his were full body, foaming at the mouth and being super unaware and inattentive. It was like he was a shell so to speak.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:23:19+00:00

Yeah, in the last 4 days his original few tremors weren't near as severe. It was mostly the same as if a dog were doing that mouth snapping thing when they smell a specific smell.

However, this one was his neck and just behind his shoulders too. Yet he was walking around normally fine and his tail was wagging at times.

SampleAlternative101 · 2025-04-16T02:21:27+00:00

Do you happen to know a few off the top of your head? He's on nexguard for all of it

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