This comforting may simply include petting it and using a calming voice to tell it that everything will be fine. Part of comforting your dog is making sure it cannot injure itself. Dogs with twitching eyes often have balance issues, so make sure it is in a comfortable laying position where it cannot fall and hurt itself.
Keep track of all abnormal behavior and physical problems that occur in conjunction with the eye twitching. They may, or may not, be related.
If the eye twitching is occurring outside of normal veterinary office hours, then you should contact your local emergency animal hospital.
In many cases of twitching eyes, your veterinarian will take a close look at your dog’s ears. Certain types of ear infections can cause the eyes to twitch. Testing may include laboratory testing of your dog’s blood and imaging of the dog’s head.
Discuss the possibility that the twitching is a side effect of medication with your veterinarian. They will be able to research the medication and determine if that is indeed a possibility. If the twitching is related to a medication, it should be replaced by a different medication, if possible.
If your dog is diagnosed with this syndrome, treatment should begin immediately. Treatment for vestibular syndrome usually begins with a dose of antibiotics if an inner ear infection is suspected.
For example, if the dog is agitated and uncomfortable, your veterinarian may suggest giving it a sedative to allow it to rest peacefully. Additionally, your veterinarian may prescribe medication for nausea. The issues underlying eye twitching can oftentimes cause your dog to become nauseous and refuse to eat.
