Veterinary Neurology in Barcelona, Maresme and Girona
Specialists in neurological diseases in dogs and catsHospital Veterinari Garbí has a leading Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery department, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders in dogs and cats. If your companion shows worrying symptoms such as difficulty walking, loss of balance, seizures, paralysis, neck or back pain, or changes in behaviour, a timely neurological assessment is key. Our team of specialists thoroughly evaluates each case to identify the exact cause of the condition and design the most appropriate medical or surgical treatment, aiming to restore their well-being.
Located in Cabrera de Mar, we offer comprehensive coverage to families and clinics referring cases to us from Barcelona, Maresme, Girona, and across Catalonia, including towns such as Mataró, Premià, Vilassar, El Masnou, Badalona, Calella, Blanes, and Lloret de Mar, among others. We strive to provide you with a swift, expert, and highly reliable response to any suspected neurological condition. Please do not hesitate to contact us to book an appointment with our specialists and ensure your dog or cat’s quality of life.
When does your pet need a neurology consultation?
Many neurological issues can initially be mistaken for orthopaedic conditions or simply signs of ageing. We highly recommend visiting a veterinary neurologist if you notice any of the following symptoms:
Seizures or epileptic fits.
Loss of balance.
Head tilt.
Falling over or walking in circles.
Weakness in the limbs.
Paralysis in one or more legs.
Neck or back pain.
Difficulty standing up.
Urinary or faecal incontinence of neurological origin.
Generalised tremors.
Behavioural changes of neurological origin.
Sudden blindness.
Difficulty coordinating movements.
Most common neurological diseases in dogs and cats
Slipped discs (Herniated discs)
Herniated discs are one of the most common causes of pain, weakness, and paralysis in dogs. Symptoms can include: back pain, lameness, weakness, loss of mobility, and acute paralysis. We perform advanced diagnostics using CT and MRI scans to assess severity and plan medical or surgical treatment.
Epilepsy and seizures
Epilepsy is one of the most frequent neurological disorders in young dogs. We provide: diagnosis of idiopathic epilepsy, investigation of structural seizures, adjustment and monitoring of anti-epileptic treatments, and management of patients with cluster or recurrent seizures.
Vestibular syndrome
Patients with vestibular syndrome typically present with: loss of balance, falling over, involuntary eye movements (nystagmus), and a head tilt. Our team carries out investigations to differentiate between peripheral and central causes and determine the most appropriate prognosis.
Brain diseases
We diagnose and treat: immune-mediated meningoencephalitis, brain tumours, hydrocephalus, inflammatory diseases, strokes (cerebrovascular accidents), and degenerative diseases.
Spinal cord diseases
Among the most common conditions are: cervical and thoracolumbar herniated discs, discospondylitis, cervical spondylomyelopathy (Wobbler syndrome), inflammatory myelopathies, vertebral malformations, spinal cord trauma, and arachnoid diverticula.
