Sudden head tilt, loss of balance, circling in one direction, rapid eye movements (nystagmus), vomiting, weakness on one side, or collapse.
Lay them on a flat, padded surface. Pad the sides with towels so they don't roll or fall. Dim the lights — bright light worsens vertigo.
Swallowing may be impaired and they may inhale liquid. Skip treats, water, and any oral medication.
Describe symptoms and time of onset. Many vestibular cases respond well to anti-nausea and supportive care, but a true stroke needs imaging and urgent treatment.
Use a flat carrier, board, or blanket sling. Minimize tilting and motion. Keep the head level with the body.
You caught it — that's already the most important step. The ASPCA Poison Control hotline is open 24/7 and has handled millions of cases like this.
Watching your pet seize is heartbreaking. Your job is just to keep them safe — not to stop it. Most seizures end on their own in 1 to 2 minutes.
Treat every snake bite as venomous until proven otherwise. The single best thing you can do right now is keep your pet calm and get to a vet — fast.
Guidance only — in any emergency, call 911.