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White shaker syndrome is a strange condition that is not fully understood. It seems to affect primarily small breed dogs with white hair coats, thus the name of the syndrome. Affected dogs suddenly develop continuous shaking or tremors, which can be mild or severe enough to cause difficulty standing or walking. The dog is alert and responsive, although he has constant tremors. There are no other neurologic problems or health concerns. The tremors seem to worsen with stress, handling or excitement and lessen or resolve when the dog is relaxed or sleeping.Dogs affected with white shaker syndrome are young adult dogs between the ages of 1-6 years. White coated dog breeds such as the Maltese, West Highland white terrier, poodles and bichon, are most often affected.The cause of white shaker syndrome is unknown. Some theories involve infection or inflammation of the brain.
Idiopathic epilepsy is a specific term referring to a seizure disorder in dogs that has no identifiable cause. It is also referred to as genetic or congenital epilepsy, and the terms epilepsy, seizure,...
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