The Epilepsy is a neurological condition that causes electrochemical discharges in the brain of the animal that cause seizures. It is important to go to the vet when we attend the first crisis to rule out if there is another problem behind, such as a tumor, and tell us how to act in the most serious moments.
The symptoms are quite clear, but it is advisable to consult with the specialist because there are other diseases that cause very similar reactions. Therefore, it is necessary for this professional to clearly diagnose that it is epilepsy .
What happens to the dog when he has an epileptic seizure?
Before a crisis occurs, the animal will be nervous. He may even carry out behaviors that are not his own. Once it has an attack, the canid will roll onto its side and show the following symptoms:
- Convulsions
- Excess salivation
- Muscle contractions
- Vomiting
- Compulsive leg movements
- Will poop and pee out of control
- You will have trouble responding to the stimuli around you
When the crisis passes, which usually does not last more than 10 minutes, the dog will be scared, tired and disoriented.
What treatment is there?
Today there is only pharmacological treatment, which helps mitigate symptoms and reduces the frequency of the most serious episodes, but does not cure epilepsy . Therefore, there are two aspects that are fundamental to face this disease:
- On the one hand, veterinarymonitoring , which is vital to follow the evolution of this neurological pathology and guide the medication if it has been prescribed.
- On the other, the performance of the owners during times of crisis. At all times it is necessary to remain calm, monitor the evolution of the epileptic episode and move away those objects or furniture that could cause damage to the animal. Far from what is believed, it is not recommended to approach the dog, since seizures can cause aggressive reactions. Hence, it is not advisable to caress it or touch its mouth or snout, as it could bite us.
