My puppy is screaming in pain and having spasms after ivermectin.

The symptoms you have described fit with a neurologic problem. Oscar needs a thorough neurologic examination to localize the possible lesion - is it the inner ear, vestibular system of the brain, a different part of the brain, or the spinal cord. Some higher doses of ivermectin can cause neurologic issues, and permanent damage is possible. There may not be a cure, but accurate diagnosis is necessary first. I would talk to your vet about referral to a specialist.

It sounds like there may be something else going wrong with Dobby. I recommend that you take her back to the vet for re-examination. Ivermectin can cause neurologic problems if toxic doses were given, but they usually happen soon after administration. I am most concerned about the falling and walking improperly, as this could indicate a brain or spinal cord issue, or significant pain in her back or legs. It takes approximately 10-14 days to get Distemper once a dog is exposed, and thankfully the vaccine gives some protection within hours of it being given, but it is still possible that she was exposed even before you got her. Distemper can cause neurologic issues as well.

Poor Brezzer! That sounds as though it may be a neurological problem, as some types of seizures can look like that. Please have Brezzer seen by a veterinarian for evaluation, and take in a video of his behaviour if possible. Please see the following link for more information on seizures in dogs. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=560 He may also be dealing with muscular or neurologic injury, an infectious disease like Lyme disease, which is transmitted by ticks and can cause joint pain and lameness, or he may have pain elsewhere in the body other than the paws or legs. Generalized weakness from systemic diseases or toxin ingestion could also be causing his inability to walk, and a vet visit is needed to determine the cause of his signs and guide treatment. Please have Brezzer seen by a vet immediately, and good luck to you both.

If Heidi has had that ivermectin chewable before without any side effects, then I would doubt that her signs are related to that. One of the most common reasons that a dog will be more reluctant to move or slower to move is pain somewhere. That could be in her neck, her back, her abdomen or elsewhere. I would recommend having your veterinarian examine Heidi to see if they can determine what is going on with her and what to do about it. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and that Heidi feels better soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

That is a lot of supplements for your puppy, and if he's vomiting and lethargic it could be related to the meds, or to the injury. You didn't mention if any X-rays were taken, and falling from that great of a height can certainly cause broken bones or internal bleeding which could be causing puppy to continue moaning in pain and worsen in condition. Bringing him back in for further testing to rule out more serious injuries and see if his meds need changing is best.

He is painful not afraid. This posture looks like neck pain from a bulging intervertebral disc. This is very painful and is common in small dogs. Please take him to your veterinarian for an exam. They will probably prescribe pain medication, muscle relaxers and an anti inflammatory medication. They may recommend an X-ray also. This is a serious medical problem as the pain can be severe and some dogs become paralyzed. You should not use a collar on Moose, use a harness if needed. Massage and heat on the neck can reduce the muscle spasms and make Moose more comfortable. Also I treat these dogs with laser and acupuncture for the neurological problem, muscle spasm and pain. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Moose.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. I recommend that he sees an emergency veterinarian today. Screaming and shaking typically represent pain in dogs. Small breed dogs are prone to neck and/or back pain. The muscles lining the spine can spasm causing excruciating pain. In more severe cases, a bulging or swollen disc can place pressure on the spinal cord creating neurological problems. Of course, there are other causes of pain. His veterinarian will examine him carefully and direct you on treatment based on these results. In the meantime, keep him quiet and do not give any over-the-counter pain medications as these can be toxic to dogs. I hope this information helps!