A woman I know had a dog who had a very similar issue...turns out the dog had a stroke but showed no signs of it...she eventually got worse and had to be put down...possibly could it be a stroke?
I suggested a veterinary behaviorist as I thought all medical avenues had been explored. If an MRI has not been done, I'd definitely go that route before just giving up on the poor boy.
Thanks for al the suggestions. We did another physical and panel of tests since its been awhile since the last were rrun and he seems to have gotten a little worse. Full blood work up, urinalysis, fecal, radiographs (chest & abdomen)all revealed nothing. I was planning on neutering him this summer anyways as he doesn't show anymore because he hates it. We are probably going to move on to a specialist but will have some decisions to make as the quote for just the MRI was $3,000. Not writing it off but cost is definitely a factor, sorry if you don't like hearing that. He overall just seems very anxious about things/life in general.
Hey, I get it. Vet bills these days can be as high as humans. Have you thought of insurance? Care credit etc. then you can pay on time if need be. Good luck with your boy.
