Dog seizures?

Dog seizures?

Hi, my dog has been having seizures now for a long time and well I wanted to know a bit more.

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1. So can you help me out?
2. Vet Tech
3. Pls go to another vet. I have had 2 dogs die of seizures.
   
   One at 1 year old and one at 9 years old.
   
   This is a very serious condition. I wish that I had the warning signals that you are getting. I would have done anything. Both were one seizure and died within 3 hours.
   
   God bless and see another vet!!!!!
4. When you say "seizure" exactly what happens? Do you notice the dog starting to act disoriented first and then begin shaking? Is he/she shaking violently? How long do the seizures last? Is he/she tired afterwards?
   
   If you answered "yes" to all of these questions and the seizures last one to five minutes, the dog is most likely having "petit mal" epileptic seizures. I have a Cocker Spaniel and he gets them periodically. If they are mild, like what I described, the best thing you can do is hold him, wrap a blanket or towel around him and hold him close while talking quietly to him. Tell him he's very good and speak in soothing tones. I think this is important because the poor dog doesn't know what's happening to him and he's worried that you'll be upset with him. Keep repeating over and over that you love him and he's a good dog!
   
   When the seizure passes, he may be disoriented and sleepy. The best thing he can do is sleep. Put him near you so you can be touching him -- even just resting your hand on him -- and let him sleep.
   
   There is a holistic substance called "Rescue Remedy". Places like GNC and Natural food stores carry it. It consists of floral essences and is a calming substance which can be administered orally. Just a few drops are all that is required. It works on humans, too. It is a bit pricey, though and very mild. It works for some dogs.
   
   I'm not big on allopathic (traditional) medicine and prefer holistic methods and herbals.
   
   If the seizures are more pronounced and last longer, you should take him to another vet. The best bet is if you have a University nearby with a Veterinary School. They will be up on the latest techniques. Another excellent alternative is to find a holistic vet. A search on the internet should help you with this.
   
   The MOST important thing you can do during these seizures is to remain calm and focused yourself. If you practice Reiki or healing therapy, use it on your dog. If you have ever looked into the Tellington T-Touch or therapeutic massage, this is a good situation for its use. There are many books on the subject. Do the research and you'll find the method that works best for you.
   
   The biggest benefit of holding your dog and reassuring him is that it creates a deeper bond between you. That's a win-win. :-)
5. my sister has a boxer that has seizures sometimes ..her vet gives her doggie version of valium for her..it is from stress or change with her dog ..maybe you need to find a new vet who has a more active interest in helping you ..good luck
6. Sorry to hear about your dog. I would get a second vet opinion, if that's an option for your family. I've not heard of seizures due to a thyroid condition, plus if the dog is hyperthyroid, it should have been started on medication, which is very inexpensive (I had a cat with hyperthyroid who was on pills for 15 years at a cost of a few dollars a month).
   Some breeds of dogs are prone to a seizure condition and can usually be controlled by medication. My friend has a Maltese who has seizures - they are common in that breed. There isn't always a cause for seizures - sometimes they are caused by trauma, or genetic - inherited from a parent. Best of luck to you and your dog.
7. But it that whats causing them, can that cause them?
   
8. And what can I do to help him? The vet just said he has that and then he didnt recommend anything.
   
9. Your vet did not give you anything to control the seizures? Is the dog on medication for the thyroid disorder?
   Here is a link that is super informative about epilepsy. This site will be able to answer all of your questions about seizures.
   
   http://www.canine-epilepsy.net/index.htm...
10. We did take him to a vet and all they said was he has a "hyper active thyroid"
    
11. I would get a second opinion. A hyperactive thyroid could cause seizures, but the vet should have recommended a treatment plan and possibly medication to control the seizure activity.
    
    Also, an underactive thyroid is way more common in dogs than an overactive one.