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Syncope (Fainting) in Dogs

Syncope is a brief loss of consciousness from inadequate brain oxygen supply.

Syncope is a brief loss of consciousness from inadequate brain oxygen supply. Even with rapid recovery, the underlying cause needs investigation.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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