Seizures
Seizures can occur for many reasons; toxicities, epilepsy, brain tumors and metabolic disorders are the most common.
During a seizure the following may occur:
- vocalizing
- facial twitching
- mouth chomping
- eyes rolled back into the head
- leg paddling
- severe muscle trembling
- full body convulsions
- loss of control of urination/defecation
- fever
Usually a seizure should last only a few seconds and then you will notice your pet relax. He/she may seem disorientated or confused afterward. It may take several hours for your pet to recover from a seizure and exhibit normal behavior once again. It is important to keep your pet calm and in a quiet, low-light area while it recovers. If you find the seizure has lasted longer that 30 seconds, you should seek veterinary attention immediately. Injectable medications may need to be given to your pet to control the seizures. If a seizure lasts longer than 3-5 minutes, brain damage can occur, and your pet may not be able to recover from the effects of the seizure. Cluster seizures may also occur. This is when your pet suffers multiple small seizures in a short period of time. Cluster seizures also require veterinary attention as left unattended to, can cause brain damage as well.
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Labor day weekend my 9 month old lab had a cluster of seizures i have no funds to take her to a vet i live in san diego county ca. i know she needs med aide any suggestions.
There is not much I can suggest you can do for your dog other than seek medical attention from a veterinarian. I am not aware of anything you can give or do for her at home. An exam and possibly some tests are required to determine the cause of the seizures whether it be a toxicity, epilepsy or some type of organ malfunction. If funds are limited I would recommend getting in touch with your local ASPCA or Humane Society so that they can provide proper care for her and re-home her to a family that can help pay her medical bills. They may be able to allow you to keep the dog given certain circumstances but each case is assessed and decided individually. Best of luck to you both.
I have an 8 year old female miniture palm who not only has seizers but other medical needs as well. Because she has never been fixed or with a male dog, it has caused what some vets here in Reno Nevada call swollen milk glands? One is about the size of a baseball and the other is about the the size of an half dollar coin piece. She also has an hacking cough and a small throat and has problems with her teeth too. These glands are getting bigger and bigger and cause so much pain for her. I have spent over 1500.00 dollars in the past five years with many vets who make it very impossible to come up with the cost to help my peanut. I have tryed care chest, Imom and many other resources and i am at the end of my rope to find help. If you can help my little girl peanut with all or part of the cost it would mean the universe to me. If not, maybe you know someone who could? Thank you so much for your time.
We would love to be able to financially assist you and your pet however our website is a non-profit site. We only offer free advice and medical help for pets. I can recommend that you ask your local ASPCA or Humane Society if they are able to provide any medical services at a discounted rate. As well, look into any rescue organizations, especially those specific to your dog’s breed. Maybe even organize a fundraiser such as a BBQ or bake sale. You would be surprised at the kindness of fellow pet owners. Good luck and all the best to you both.
A moment ago, in my living room, my 7-year-old dog appeared to be having a seizure. But I’m not sure.
He was on his side, his paws were moving like he was walking and he was urinating (this was right before I was about to take him out for his morning walk). When I called his name, he stopped.
I have never seen him do this before. Not sure if this matters, but I put Frontline between his shoulder blades last night. The last time I gave him Frontline, he randomly started eating everything in sight for like 10 minutes (biting on the carpet, then outside eating leaves, grass).
Was this a seizure? Reaction to Frontline? Should I take him to the vet?
Frontline in the incorrect dose can cause seizures and other side effects. Please discontinue the use of the product and have your pet seen by a veterinarian. I will email you with more in depth information.