This section is from the book "Dogs In Disease: Their Management And Treatment", by Ashmont. Also available from Amazon: Dogs In Disease, Their Management And Treatment.
Vertigo or dizziness is an occasional symptom among dogs. If severe they fall suddenly, remain motionless for a few moments, and are again moving about as before. In mild cases they simply reel for a few steps like one intoxicated. At times vomiting occurs. Generally the cause can be attributed to indigestion or liver derangements. Sometimes over-eating, and occasionally deprivation, are active influences. A tight collar may interrupt the circulation in the head and therefore induce an attack.
The most important measure is to obviate'the cause. ' After that is removed tonic remedies, nutritious diet and other means of improving the general health are indicated.
 
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