Shaker syndrome in dogs
A condition causing whole-body tremors, most common in small white dogs, thought to be due to inflammation affecting the brain. The shaking worsens with excitement or movement and usually improves with anti-inflammatory treatment.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Shaker syndrome, including Maltese. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 13.1 to 13.1 years.
Shaker syndrome in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- neurological condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Shaker syndrome is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Shaker syndrome (1), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.