Epilepsy
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Pets, If You Are On These Flea And Tick Medications, Beware Of Seizures
Fleas and ticks can get on your pet's nerves. But apparently so might some medications to get rid of these pests.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning that medications in the isoxazoline class such as Bravecto, Credelio, Nexgard and Simparica may do more than just combat flea or tick infestations. These medications have the potential of causing seizures, ataxia, muscle tremors, or other neurological problems in your pets. Ataxia is a condition in which your pets can't control their muscle movements and thus may have trouble walking, balancing, or speaking. Of course, you may not necessarily be able to tell if your pet is having difficulty speaking.…
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Dogs can smell when seizures are about to begin, scientists find
Dogs can detect a telltale scent linked to epileptic seizures, scientists have discovered, raising the possibility that they could be trained to reliably warn owners when a seizure is imminent. The findings may also help explain anecdotal reports that dogs are able to sense when their owner is about to have a seizure. Knowing when a seizure is going to occur could allow people with epilepsy to have greater control and independence, meaning they could take measures to avoid injury, seek help or take medication.
All About Canine Epilepsy: A Heartbreaking Condition
It happened without warning. One moment my young male Belgian tervueren was snuggling against me as I sat on the couch; the next moment he lost control of his hindquarters and fell onto his side, unconscious.
Canine Seizures and Epilepsy - Don't Panic
I remember the first time I witnessed a seizure in one of my dogs. The year was 2001…the night before the seizure was the last time I ever really slept.
Epilepsy In Your Pet - Seizures In Dogs And Cats
Canine and feline epilepsy is a disease in which the body is subject to recurrent convulsions called seizures.
International Veterinary Epilepsy Task Force consensus proposal: medical treatment of canine epilepsy in Europe
In Europe, the number of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) licensed for dogs has grown considerably over the last years. Nevertheless, the same questions remain, which include, 1) when to start treatment, 2) which drug is best used initially, 3) which adjunctive AED can be advised if treatment with the initial drug is unsatisfactory, and 4) when treatment changes should be considered.
Medical marijuana for pets? It's real, and not as ridiculous as you think.
The arguments for giving pets medical marijuana are very similar to those for giving it to humans: The conventional medications aren't effective or have bad side effects, so medical marijuana, which produces many of the benefits of typical drugs without the side effects, is a good alternative. This is exactly why many people turn to marijuana and its compounds — whether it's CBD; high-CBD, low-THC pot; or the traditional plant — for medical uses.
My Dog Has Epilepsy
My dog Zoe has epilepsy. This is a story of how I handled Zoe’s seizures and progressed past the diagnosis of epilepsy.
Treating Seizure Disorders in Pets
A significant number of dogs and cats with seizure disorders don't do well on traditional drugs for epilepsy.
Pets, If You Are On These Flea And Tick Medications, Beware Of Seizures
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning that medications in the isoxazoline class such as Bravecto, Credelio, Nexgard and Simparica may do more than just combat flea or tick infestations. These medications have the potential of causing seizures, ataxia, muscle tremors, or other neurological problems in your pets.
Canine Epilepsy Research
The Canine Epilepsy Project is a collaborative study into the causes of epilepsy in dogs. It is supported by grants from the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), individual breed clubs and private donations.
Canine Epilepsy Resources
This website was designed to provide information and support to those who love and care for an epileptic dog (or cat). It is scary to watch your pet have a seizure whether it be a full blown tonic clonic (grand mal), a petit mal or something in between.
Canine Seizures
Welcome to our non-profit video database of canine epilepsy videos. We’re aiming to collect as many videos as possible of dogs having seizures to help characterizing better this neurological disorder. Please keep reading if you’d like to learn something about canine epilepsy or you’d like to collaborate with us.
Companion Animal Epilepsy
The Companion Animal Epilepsy Research Laboratory is dedicated to develop more effective treatments for seizures in our companion animals, and learn more about the cause of epileptic seizures in dogs and cats.
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