Levine Veterinary Neurology

Splash, an 11-year-old queen, came to us because she seemed off-balance and her pupils weren’t the same size. Subtle changes like this can sometimes be easy to miss — but they can signal something serious.

An MRI revealed that Splash had experienced two ischemic infarcts (strokes) — one affecting part of her brain and another at the top of her spinal cord.

Yes — cats can have strokes.

The most important question after diagnosing a stroke is: Why did it happen?

We’re currently:
🧪 Screening her urine and blood for underlying causes
🫀 Checking her thyroid and heart
💊 Starting anti-platelet therapy
🐾 Beginning physical therapy to support her recovery

Many strokes in cats are linked to underlying conditions like thyroid disease, heart disease, kidney disease, or high blood pressure. Finding and treating the root cause is critical to preventing future events.

Splash is lucky to have a dedicated team (and Makayla — our resident cat whisperer 💛) cheering her on every step of the way.

If your cat ever seems suddenly wobbly, disoriented, or has uneven pupils — don’t wait. Neurologic changes are never “normal aging.”

We’re rooting for you, Splash 💦✨

✨ Mopsy Update! ✨

Mopsy came to see us for tetraparesis (weakness in all four limbs), and her MRI revealed a C2-3 disc herniation in her neck. These cervical disc herniations can be painful and scary — especially when they affect a dog’s ability to stand or walk.

She underwent a ventral slot surgery to relieve the spinal cord compression… and we are so happy to report she is doing SO much better! 💪🐶

One more important part of Mopsy’s story — she has Trupanion pet insurance, and boy did it help this sweet girl get the care she needed without delay. Advanced imaging and spinal surgery are life-changing, but they can also be significant financial commitments. Having coverage made a huge difference for her family.

We love seeing our patients get back to wagging, walking, and living their best lives. Way to go, Mopsy! 💕

💊📑 “So you’re saying… one pill how often?”

Postoperative medications can feel overwhelming — even if you’re not the one on the exam table. Our team takes time to review every medication, schedule, and instruction to make sure pets (and people) go home confident and prepared.

Questions are always welcome — we’re here to help every step of recovery.