Dogs that have this disease are subject to tremors that affect their entire body.  Stress, handling, and excitement seem to worsen the condition.  Occasionally, other neurological abnormalities are seen in association with this condition such as head tilts, limb weakness and seizures.  White Shaker Dog Syndrome most commonly is seen in such breeds as West Highland White Terriers, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Australian Silky Terriers, and Miniature Pinschers.
     A veterinarian normally will treat this condition with corticosteroids, with some dogs responding quickly and not needing additional treatments.  Other dogs will need to have low doses every other day to keep the tremors under control.  Again it must be stressed, that treatment must be in conjunction with the directions of a veterinarian.