{"id":168304,"date":"2022-07-14T15:49:34","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T15:49:34","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T15:49:34","slug":"should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I be worried if my dog is shaking?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dog_is_shaking\" title=\"Should I be worried if my dog is shaking?\">Should I be worried if my dog is shaking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#What_makes_a_dog_shake_for_no_reason\" title=\"What makes a dog shake for no reason?\">What makes a dog shake for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_is_my_dog_shaking_for_no_reason\" title=\"Why is my dog shaking for no reason?\">Why is my dog shaking for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_shakes\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog shakes?\">What does it mean when a dog shakes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_shake_randomly\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to shake randomly?\">Is it normal for dogs to shake randomly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_is_shaking\" title=\"What should I do if my dog is shaking?\">What should I do if my dog is shaking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_acting_weird\" title=\"Why is my dog shaking and acting weird?\">Why is my dog shaking and acting weird?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#What_does_it_mean_when_dog_shakes_body\" title=\"What does it mean when dog shakes body?\">What does it mean when dog shakes body?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_does_my_dog_randomly_shake_for_no_reason\" title=\"Why does my dog randomly shake for no reason?\">Why does my dog randomly shake for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Do_dogs_randomly_shake\" title=\"Do dogs randomly shake?\">Do dogs randomly shake?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_stop_shaking\" title=\"How can I help my dog stop shaking?\">How can I help my dog stop shaking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_is_my_dog_really_shaking\" title=\"Why is my dog really shaking?\">Why is my dog really shaking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_acting_nervous\" title=\"Why is my dog shaking and acting nervous?\">Why is my dog shaking and acting nervous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#What_to_do_if_your_dog_is_shaking_for_no_reason\" title=\"What to do if your dog is shaking for no reason?\">What to do if your dog is shaking for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/should-i-be-worried-if-my-dog-is-shaking-3\/#Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_lethargic\" title=\"Why is my dog shaking and lethargic?\">Why is my dog shaking and lethargic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dog_is_shaking\"><\/span>Should I be worried if my dog is shaking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shivering could be a sign that your dog is in pain or suffering from an illness. Shivering and muscle tremors can be symptoms of serious conditions such as distemper, hypoglycemia, Addison&#8217;s disease and inflammatory brain disease, as well as more common ailments like an upset stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_a_dog_shake_for_no_reason\"><\/span>What makes a dog shake for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Stress and Anxiety<\/b> Dry dogs shake, too. If your dog gives a whole-body shake for no obvious reason, like a bath or a good roll in the dirt, it could be stress related. Shaking is a classic symptom of stress in dogs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_shaking_for_no_reason\"><\/span>Why is my dog shaking for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering <b>could be a sign that your dog is in pain or suffering from an illness. Shivering and muscle tremors can be symptoms of serious conditions such as distemper, hypoglycemia, Addison&#8217;s disease and inflammatory brain disease, as well as more common ailments like an upset stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_shakes\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog shakes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While there are many things that can cause shaking in dogsfrom the benign, like <b>coldness or over-excitement to medical issues, like a virus or nauseait can be tricky to discern what&#8217;s causing your pup&#8217;s discomfort. There are many reasons why a dog might shake, some more serious than others, Dr.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_shake_randomly\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to shake randomly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shivering could be a sign that your dog is in pain or suffering from an illness. Shivering and muscle tremors can be symptoms of serious conditions such as distemper, hypoglycemia, Addison&#8217;s disease and inflammatory brain disease, as well as more common ailments like an upset stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_is_shaking\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog is shaking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering and trembling may be symptoms of something serious &#8212; like poisoning, kidney disease, or injury. So, if your dog suddenly starts trembling or shivering, it&#8217;s important to take note of other symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or limping. Then <b>talk to your vet right away<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_acting_weird\"><\/span>Why is my dog shaking and acting weird?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shaking is not really normal behavior for dogs. If the shaking is happening frequently or non-stop even, then it could be a sign that your dog is stressed, fearful, or suffering from a health condition that is causing the shaking.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_dog_shakes_body\"><\/span>What does it mean when dog shakes body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering and trembling may be symptoms of something serious &#8212; like poisoning, kidney disease, or injury. So, if your dog suddenly starts trembling or shivering, it&#8217;s important to take note of other symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or limping. Then <b>talk to your vet right away<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_randomly_shake_for_no_reason\"><\/span>Why does my dog randomly shake for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering <b>could be a sign that your dog is in pain or suffering from an illness. Shivering and muscle tremors can be symptoms of serious conditions such as distemper, hypoglycemia, Addison&#8217;s disease and inflammatory brain disease, as well as more common ailments like an upset stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_randomly_shake\"><\/span>Do dogs randomly shake?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>When dogs get excited, like when they&#8217;re playing with you or you&#8217;ve just gotten home after work, dogs will often shake. This is actually a natural reaction in their body to exert excess energy and calm them down.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_stop_shaking\"><\/span>How can I help my dog stop shaking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Keeping your dog warm, relaxed, up-to-date on preventive care, well-exercised, and away from toxic snacks can all help keep her from shaking. That said, certain breeds or individuals might be more prone to the mysterious Generalized Tremor Syndrome, which has no known way to prevent it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_really_shaking\"><\/span>Why is my dog really shaking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Shivering could be a sign that your dog is in pain or suffering from an illness. Shivering and muscle tremors can be symptoms of serious conditions such as distemper, hypoglycemia, Addison&#8217;s disease and inflammatory brain disease, as well as more common ailments like an upset stomach.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_acting_nervous\"><\/span>Why is my dog shaking and acting nervous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Your Dog Is Stressed Or Anxious<\/b> Fear, stress, and anxiety can also cause your dog to shake and act in a way that isn&#8217;t normal. Common triggers of stress tremors include fireworks, big environmental changes, or fear of physical harm.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_your_dog_is_shaking_for_no_reason\"><\/span>What to do if your dog is shaking for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering and trembling may be symptoms of something serious &#8212; like poisoning, kidney disease, or injury. So, if your dog suddenly starts trembling or shivering, it&#8217;s important to take note of other symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or limping. Then <b>talk to your vet right away<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_shaking_and_lethargic\"><\/span>Why is my dog shaking and lethargic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shivering\/shaking and lethargy\/fatigue are symptoms that indicate your dog is sick and\/or in pain. The cause is likely <b>fever, ingesting poison, trauma (a physical injury), a virus (parvo or distemper), or an organ disorder (liver or kidney disease)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Should I be worried if my dog is shaking?What makes a dog shake for no reason?Why is my dog shaking for no reason?What does it mean when a dog shakes?Is it normal for dogs to shake randomly?What should I do if my dog is shaking?Why is my dog shaking and acting weird?What&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-168304","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168304"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=168304"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168304\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=168304"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=168304"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=168304"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}