Why is my dog shaking? Reasons why dogs get the shivers

Shaking could be induced by excitement, fear, cold, or something more serious.

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Overview

Like us, dogs can shake with excitement or fear or shiver when they’re cold. Sometimes, the cause can be medical and a little more complicated. We look at some of the most common reasons for a dog shivering.

Why do dogs shake?

Excitement or anticipation

Fear or anxiety

Cold

Illness

Medical reasons for a dog shaking

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Medically reviewed by Lizzie Youens, BSc(Hons) BVSc MRCVS

Published on 20/07/2018 • Reviewed on 09/12/2024