Educational Overview
Understanding Neurological Balance & Coordination
Dogs rely on three main systems for balance and coordination:
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Central Nervous System (CNS) – Brain and spinal cord. Issues here affect overall movement, posture, and coordination.
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Vestibular System (Inner Ear) – Senses head position and helps maintain balance. Dysfunction causes head tilt, circling, or falling.
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Musculoskeletal System – Muscles, joints, and ligaments provide the strength and stability needed to walk, run, and jump safely.
Neurological balance issues are often described as ataxia, meaning unsteady, wobbly, or uncoordinated movements.
Common Signs of Imbalance & Coordination Problems
Owners may notice:
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Stumbling, swaying, or walking in circles
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Head tilting or rapid eye movements (nystagmus)
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Falling or knuckling paws over
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Difficulty standing up or climbing stairs
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Weakness or dragging of limbs
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Sudden loss of coordination without injury
Possible Causes
1. Vestibular Disease
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Idiopathic vestibular disease (“old dog vestibular syndrome”) – sudden onset, often in older dogs
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Ear infections (bacterial or fungal) affecting balance
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Inner ear tumors or polyps
2. Neurological Conditions
3. Metabolic or Toxic Causes
4. Musculoskeletal Weakness
SET OF
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Natural Pet Botanicals products are not intended to replace veterinary care or prescribed treatments. Always consult your veterinarian for diagnosis and medical advice.
Formulated with plant and mineral-based ingredients, traditionally referenced for their role in supporting overall balance and general wellbeing.
These formulations are designed to assist the body’s natural processes and support resilience during times of environmental or physiological stress.
CNS Ease 94-1 formula 30ml Adreno Support 113-2 formula 30mlComfort Blend113-3 Mix 100ml
Contains:
Formula 1.
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum)
Fool’s Parsley (Aethusa Cynapium)
Sow-bread (Cyclamen)
Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla)
Yellow Jasmine (Gelsemium)
Parsley (Petroleum Sativum)
Mineral Phosphorus (Phosphorus)
in 20% USP alc.in purified water.
Formula 2.
Hawthorn berries (Crataegus Oxy 200C)
Charcoal (Carbo Veg 1M)
in 20% USP alc.in purified water.
Formula 3.
Wild Lettuce (Lactuca virosa)
Corydalis (genus Corydalis)
Solomon’s Seal (Polygonatum biflorum)
Boswellia (Boswellia serrata)
Guaiacum (Guaiacum officinale)
Herbal Defender 71 Blend
Prepared in purified water and 30–40% USP alcohol.
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