Seizure in dogs can be a difficult sight to watch if the owner is unaware of the symptoms. Knowing the symptoms is essential for administering the right medication in time.
Typically, seizures have certain effects on the dog which can be grouped under different phases as:
• Pre-ictal phase: Before occurrence of seizure, the dog becomes unresponsive and starts biting itself or others around. They also display restlessness, run around in circles, appear to be schizophrenic and experience twitching in their limbs.
• Ictal phase: Here, the dog experiences seizures which is visible as severe twitching of the limbs accompanied by convulsions, a mild paralytic stroke which will cause the dog to have a fall lasting a few minutes or hours; involuntary passage of urine, stools, or saliva; and, pulling their head backwards and gnashing their teeth while on ground.
• Post-ictal phase: Post seizure, the dog will exhibit temporary loss in vision and hearing, have excessive appetite and thirst, and salivate excessively
The treatment a dog should receive for seizures includes:
• Do not touch or let other pets close to the dog during seizures, lest it attacks.
• Place a mattress close by to avoid injury to the head in case of a fall.
• Serve plenty of food and water post seizure.
• Administer a suitable antibiotic on consultation with a vet. Follow up the condition with medical check-ups and opt for surgery only on the advice of the vet.
• Find the cause of seizure and avoid such environment.
• Vaccinate the dog to avoid occurrence of seizures.
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