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The Types Of Dogs Seizures
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Dec-29-2010
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There are six types of dogs seizures. Seizures are unpredictable and can happen at any time. They are distressing to the dog, of course, but to their family as well.
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There are six types of dogs seizures. Seizures are unpredictable and can happen at any time. They are distressing to the dog, of course, but to their family as well. Nothing can be done but to witness it and offer some comfort. Do not panic, offer soothing words and sounds and if possible, rub their back to let them know you are there.
It is frightening to be in the throw of a seizure. Your pet has no control over the muscles of their body. Sometimes they can have brief periods of being unable to breathe. Control of the bladder and bowels can be lost. Remove as many items as possible that they may hurt themselves on. Have children stand at a distance so there are not injured by accident.
They may snap or become aggressive, so be sure to keep hands away from their mouths. The owner will need to be calm enough to write down observations of what occurs before, during and after a seizure. There may be uncontrollable trembling or whining to indicate one is about to start. Take the written notes to the veterinarian. The doctor will use them to help find the cause and then devise a plan for treatment.
The various types of seizures are identified by their symptoms. The generalized seizure may be a grand mal or mild seizure. The mild has few symptoms and the pet will remain conscious during it. There could be some mild movement of the limbs and head. The grand mal seizure also affects the entire body but will include further loss of bodily functions. Uncontrolled salivating, and the release of the bladder and bowels my occur.
One rare type of seizure is the petit mal. There is debate among veterinarians about its diagnosis. The eyes may have a blank stare or rotate up, and there may be a short loss of consciousness. A partial seizure is so named because it affects only one part of the body. It may be one leg, facial twitching, or the head may turn to one side. It is possible for this type to progress to a generalized seizure. This is something to note for the doctor.
There is the complex partial seizure which occurs differently than the rest. The dogs normal behavior will change, odd repetitive behaviors will occur. It can last just a few minutes or for several hours. Smacking of the lips, and chewing may be displayed. Excessive thirst or hunger, hiding and cowering, unusual aggressiveness and even short-term blindness are all possible behaviors.
Two types can be fatal. These are the cluster seizure and the status epilepticus seizure. With the cluster type, multiple seizures will happen in a short period of time. There will be a brief time of consciousness between episodes. A status epilepticus seizure can be one long seizure to multiple seizures like the cluster type. The difference will be that there are no periods of awareness.
During a seizure there can be times when the dog is unable to breathe. When one lasts for half an hour that is very dangerous. It is possible to find some control over certain types of seizures with medication. The treatment of dogs seizures is usually a combination of things depending on the cause.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_The Types Of Dogs Seizures_46523.aspx
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Author Resource :
Sandra is the author of Cory's Story, the remarkable, true tale of how one particular dog conquered canine epilepsy. Visit her Website to learn more about canine seizures.
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Keywords :
dog seizures, seizures in dogs, canine epilepsy,
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Home and Family
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Pets
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