Scary night for Maddie the Golden Retriever

It was a very scary night last night but things are a little better this morning. Our 11 1/2 year old golden retriever Maddie had what appeared to us to be a seizure or a stroke. Maddie was sleeping and when she woke up she was somewhat alert but lost all control of her limbs. She couldn't stand, wasn't able to roll over and was beside herself.


Of course being who I am, went on the internet and did a quick check of the symptoms and then called the vet. Our absolutely amazing vet advised that it was most likely "idiopathic vestibular syndrome" http://www.petplace.com/dogs/vestibular-disease-in-dogs/page1.aspx and we should ride it out over night keeping her safe and come to the office first thing in the morning unless things got worse and if so call her back at any hour.


Maddie and mom and dad had a rough night but come morning things had improved. She still couldn't walk but after several attempts and some help we all went outside so she could relieve herself. While outside she found her legs and had a great improvement. We're still not out of the woods all together as the next 24 to 48 hours will tell the whole story but things are looking up for Maddie the Golden to get to spend at least 1 more summer at the cabin.

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