2006-09-19 13:40:40 · 8 answers · asked by Darren J 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I don't know about special diseases in cocker spaniels, but an old dog getting vertigo and being off balance for a day or 2 is quite common and is probably related to the middle ear.
2006-09-19 13:45:06 · answer #1 · answered by Diane D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I can think of is that they are prone to ear infections because of the long, heavy furred ears. This keeps moisture in and make it a breeding ground for bacteria. THis sounds sick, but stick your nose In your dogs ear, and if it stinks, it is an ear infection. Take it to the vet immediately.
2006-09-19 20:46:25 · answer #2 · answered by wotana02 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be an ear infection or also a neurological problem. Cockers are known to have problems with both.
2006-09-19 21:43:24 · answer #3 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know of ear mites or wax build up to do this, take to a vet to be sure.
2006-09-19 20:43:27 · answer #4 · answered by helper 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take Him/Her to the vet and have it's ears checked it may just be an inner ear infection or ear mites.
2006-09-20 02:57:34 · answer #5 · answered by Devil's Panther 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ear mites can do this but so can cancer. Before my husky died she did the same. It was cancer and she had to be put to sleep.
I hope it is ear mites.
2006-09-19 20:49:13 · answer #6 · answered by rltouhe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alcoholism
2006-09-19 20:48:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I have no clue.
2006-09-19 20:44:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋