What Can We Do For Our Pug That Has "Star-Gazing" Spells?
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Pugs prone to star gazing may have a neurological or behavioral issue.
Q: We adopted a Pug and were told that she was prone to "star gazing."
We have noticed a spell or two every day that lasts about 5 seconds-10 seconds. What can we do for her?
A: Since you have had your Pug has she had routine blood work done? If not, your Pug should have this done as well as a blood test for a liver shunt. While the star gazing could be indicative of a neurological problem, it could also be behavioral and nothing to worry about.
If her blood work is completely normal you may wish to have your Pug examined by a veterinary neurologist. You may also try capturing one of her star gazing episodes on video to show your vet.
Dr. Lauren Brickman Dr. Brickman started as a veterinary technician at Garden City Park in 1997 and went on to…
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The golden planet Saturn stands to the upper right of the Moon as night falls this evening. The star Spica is a little closer to the Moon's upper left, and shows a pale blue color.-Jonathan Berkowitz
move somewhere else. would you give up your child if a landlord didnt allow children (of course not!!!) so just look for another apt. that does. i question your love for this poor baby. it just urks me when people are so selfish.
I have to move yo California from NY. sadely the appartment won't let me keep her. I am heart broken, but don't know what to do but try and find her a good Home. She is very beautiful and sweet. What can I do. I don't want to take her to a dog pound because they will just kill her.Any sugestions. Martha PS I live in San Bernardino, CA