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Dog Seizures: Recognizing Symptoms and Immediate Steps
Seizure Signs in Dogs
- Sudden loss of consciousness: Collapse, unresponsiveness.
- Muscle activity: Stiffening, jerking, paddling, trembling.
- Excessive salivation/foaming: Due to impaired swallowing.
- Involuntary movements: Head bobbing, chewing motions.
- Loss of bladder/bowel control.
- Rapid eye movements.
- Temporary blindness/disorientation.
- Post-ictal phase: Confusion, lethargy, deep sleep after seizure.
Emergency Situations
- Seizure lasting >5 minutes (status epilepticus).
- Cluster seizures (multiple within hours).
- First-time seizure.
These require immediate veterinary care.
What to Do
- Stay calm; note start time, duration, and symptoms.
- Keep dog safe from injury (clear area, do not restrain).
- Do not put hands near mouth.
- Contact veterinarian immediately with details.
Diagnosis and Management
Veterinary workup includes history, exam, bloodwork, and possibly MRI/EEG. Treatment targets underlying cause (epilepsy, toxins, metabolic disease, tumors) and may involve anticonvulsants.
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