Dog Epilepsy Treatment and How to Manage It
Has your dog been diagnosed with epilepsy? Epilepsy is the most common neurological condition in dogs. Although an underlying cause is not always found, rest assured that there is an appropriate dog epilepsy treatment to manage your dog’s frequent seizures. What Is Epilepsy in Dogs? First of all, what are seizures? Seizures are unusually strong…
My Dog Keeps Walking in Circles all of a Sudden
There are very few instances when your dog walking in circles would be considered normal. “Some dogs may turn in place several times before they lie down or empty their bowels, but that is a learned behavior,” says Dr. Michael Reese, Veterinary Neurologist at Southeast Veterinary Neurology. If your dog has suddenly started walking in…
What to Do When Your Dog Has a Seizure
Seizures are one of the most common neurological problems we see in veterinary neurology. Still, there are few things more agonizing than witnessing your dog having one. Although you may feel powerless, the best thing you can do for your dog in that moment is stay calm. Knowing what to do when your dog has…
Toad Poisoning in Dogs: Everything Pet Parents Should Know
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CBD for Dog Seizures: The Honest Truth
Idiopathic epilepsy is the most common type of seizures in dogs, but it has no identifiable cause. It affects up to 5% of canines, making it the most prevalent neurological condition seen in dogs. Even with anti-seizure medication, most dogs with epilepsy will continue having seizures, and all prescriptions have the potential for serious side…
What Toxins Can Cause Seizures in Dogs?
Is there anything more agonizing than witnessing your dog having a seizure? The overwhelming sense of helplessness you experience may weigh heavily on your heart, but the best thing you can do is keep yourself calm and your pup safe while you wait for it to end. Though it can seem like an eternity, most…
What Triggers Seizures in Dogs?
A seizure is one of the most common neurological conditions a dog can experience. It is defined as an abnormal and unusually strong burst of electrical activity occurring within the brain. A seizure itself is not any kind of disease, but a symptom of a disease. Types of Seizures in Dogs There are two types…
Types of Neurological Disorders in Dogs and Cats
Just like in humans, dogs and cats get neurological conditions. The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. Certain neurological conditions can affect any part of the nervous system, while others only happen in certain parts of the nervous system. The general types of disorders that can affect the…
Are Neurological Disorders in Dogs Treatable?
Ultimately, most pet owners ask me one simple question when their pet is having a neurological problem: Can You Fix My Pet? Neurological disorders in dogs and cats can be very scary to the pet and to the pet family. The nervous system is the part of the body responsible for things like walking, coordination,…
Causes of Seizures in Dogs
As a pet owner, seeing your dog have a seizure for the first time can be a terrifying experience for you. You might think they are dying, and this can cause anyone to panic. It’s good for you to know that, typically, seizures are not fatal, and it may help you to get through such…