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Stroke

Stroke or vascular accident in the brain or spinal cord can occur in pets, contrary to earlier beliefs. MRI technology has confirmed that dogs and cats do experience strokes, often from blood clots (emboli) formed under conditions of abnormal blood flow caused by hypertension.

Key Facts

  • Historically believed not to occur in pets; MRI proved otherwise
  • Sudden, non-painful neurologic deficit is a key presentation
  • Blood pressure screening is indicated after a sudden neurologic event
  • Hypertension increases clot formation risk
  • Species: dogs and cats

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