Cerebellar ataxia in dogs

Disease or degeneration of the cerebellum, the brain's coordination centre. It causes an uncoordinated, wobbly gait, tremors, a high-stepping walk and balance problems. Some forms are inherited and progressive, affecting movement over time.

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