My dog hit his head and is shaking it. Is it a concussion?

Concussions can be tough to diagnose and can be very serious (just like in humans). Here is a link which may help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/concussions-in-dogs-what-you-should-know/ Without knowing the cause for the abnormal behavior, it's difficult to know how to treat him or if home care is even possible (just like humans, sometimes a doctor's care is absolutely needed). At home you want to make sure he is protected from harm such as falling down the stairs. You should make sure he is eating and drinking (you may need to bring him the bowls and hand feed him). There may only be so much you can do and there may be treatment he needs to avoid further complications. To be safe, I recommend to have your pup examined.

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Bella. Poor girl. This would not cause a concussion, it would have to be something very heavy. I doubt she needs a vet visit. She will be fine. I hope this helps!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor baby!! I think if he is acting fine now he will continue to be fine! Just watch him closely for the next 24 hours. Things to be concern about are crying in pain, excessive tiredness, not wanting to eat, etc. I wish you the best!

Poor little Reggie. Since he's acting normally, I'd keep an eye on him for now. If you notice him getting dizzy again, has blood coming from his nose or ears, confusion, disorientation, difficulty walking, or abnormal eye movements, have him seen by a vet immediately. Otherwise, he should be ok.

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Max. Dogs have pretty hard heads, but keep an eye out for unconsciousness, disorientation, bleeding from the nose and eyes, pupils of unequal sizes, and seizures. If he's acting normally, it's unlikely you will see any of these signs, but if you do, have him seen by a vet immediately. I hope this helps!

IF kismet is eating,drinking, being active and using the restroom I would just recommend monitoring her closely at home. We do not typically diagnose concussions in veterinary medicine. Typically if a dog hits there head they are fine. My only concern with a chihuahua is that they can still have a open spot on there head. If they hit this region it can cause a seizure. If you feel like Kismet is acting lethargic or having seizure activity I would recommend taking her to an emergency clinic for observation. Other wise just monitor at home

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Head shaking is usually a signs of itchy ears, which may be due to the E-collar rubbing or pressing on them. If your veterinarian checked him yesterday and did not see or smell any ear infections, it is most likely the cone collar causing his head shaking. Obviously the cone is necessary while his incision is healing, so I recommend monitoring him at home. If the shaking becomes incessant or aggressive, I recommend contacting your veterinarian directly to see if he needs to be examined again. I hope this is helpful!