Having canine seizures is both hard on the afflicted dog and the dog owner. You need to keep in mind that it can be nerve wracking to see your pet dog succumb to shaking fits without really knowing nor expecting when it can happen. So it helps to know what the different types of canine seizures are.
Generalized seizures are known to be the most common and are also known as “Tonic Clonic”. There are two phases that characterize this illness. The “tonic” phase refers to the occurrence that makes dogs lose their balance and automatically extend out their limbs in the process. The second phase, known as “clonic”, is what would appear to be a dog’s helpless attempt to run in place.
Another common type of canine seizure is known to be Petit Mal seizure. You would know that this is happening from the way the dog’s eyes are seen to be moving. The dog afflicted with this type of seizure would tend to roll his eyes upward and even become unconscious for a certain period of time.
There are also partial seizures that you should be aware of. They happen when just a particular part of the dog’s body gets afflicted with seizure. This is occurring through a series of spasms. Muscle contractions are also observed to happen with partial seizures.
Complex partial seizures also exist but they can be more serious than the former. In here, dogs would respond with some behavioral changes because of their illness. Some dogs may suddenly become too aggressive while there are those who would run hysterically. Biting their limbs can also be a telling sign of them trying to cope with seizures.
However, the most serious perhaps of all canine seizures is known to the status epilepticus. This can last for over fifteen minutes or close to half an hour. This being said, the case can end up becoming life threatening for the dog and you should know that this requires careful observation and medicinal intake from the vet.
Cluster seizures can also last for a longer period of time, but this is because different seizures occur at different parts of the dog’s body. This is why it can be sometimes confused with status epilepticus.
Because of the gravity of some of these canine seizures, it becomes important to report them immediately to your veterinarian should you observe them happening to any of your pet. This way you can find a solution easily and prevent any unwanted results from happening.
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