In a recent study of acute onset clinical signs suggestive of brain disease in dogs, the outcome is favourable in the majority of dogs, as 75% were successfully discharged from the hospital. Whilst euthanasia is always available as an option, this study indicates that many dogs do well and further investigation and/or supportive care should be strongly considered before jumping to conclusions about a poor prognosis, even when clinical signs on presentation are severe.

Reference – Gredal et al. (202) Diagnosis and long-term outcome in dogs with acute onset intracranial signs, JSAP 61, 101–109