By Melissa McClelland
What are seizures?
Seizures are a sudden, uncontrolled movement of a portion of the body or the entire body. Seizures can be very mild, but they can also be very dangerous. Â A seizure is caused by an abnormality in brain activity. Typically epilepsy, toxins, low blood sugar, brain tumors, and a few other medical conditions can cause abnormal brain activity. Pets may become unconscious, urinate, or defecate during a seizure. Long lasting seizures (more than 3 minutes) may cause fluid to build up in the lungs or brain.
What should you do if your pet has a seizure?
First and foremost, you want to prevent any injuries from occurring during a seizure. Keep your pet away from water sources and keep them from falling from a height such as the couch. Your pet may be confused and act aggressively when the seizure is over. It’s important to remove other pets from the area and don’t move too quickly or you may spook your pet. Do not put your hands near your pet’s mouth, and do not yell, hit, or throw water on your pet. You cannot stop a seizure; it will end on its own.
It is important to contact your veterinarian if a seizure does occur so you can find out what is causing your pet to have seizures. For more information follow the links below.
http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=376
http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=560
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