While this behaviour may appear funny or cute, ‘head pressing’ is actually a sign of ill health, possibly severe neural damage, reportsHead-pressing is one of the early abnormal behavioural signs that indicate ill health in a dog or cat. Other signs include lethargy, weakness, and personality changes.
When an animal head-presses, it usually stands near a wall or corner, hanging its head low and not moving.The animal need not press its head against a wall to exhibit head-pressing, but this often also occurs.This could indicate a nervous system-specific ailment, or be the result of an existing condition that has progressed to neurological involvement.Should a pet exhibit head-pressing behaviour, urgent veterinary intervention is required.
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