Seizures & Neurologic Issues
Urgent Care for Seizures & Neurologic Issues in Pets
Seizure activity is not always an emergency. Patients experiencing a first-time seizure or infrequent seizures can be evaluated by our team, with diagnostics performed and a determination made about starting treatment. Patients experiencing cluster seizures or seizures unresponsive to medication should immediately go to a 24-hour emergency hospital.
Note: Patients with a known seizure disorder that is unresponsive to medication or having cluster seizures should immediately go to an emergency hospital.
Common Symptoms
- Change in behavior
- Trouble walking
- Dragging paws
- Seizures
Seizures & Neurologic Issues FAQs
Seizures can present in different ways depending on the seizure type (grand mal, petit mal, psychomotor, etc.). The classic grand mal seizure presents as full-body convulsions, urination, defecation, and loss of consciousness. After the seizure itself, there is a period of disorientation, trouble walking, blindness, and overall abnormal behavior. If you suspect your pet has had a seizure, it’s crucial to contact a veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
While medication is often a key component in managing seizures in pets, the type of seizure, frequency, and intensity should be taken into account when considering treatment options. While medications will not cure seizures, they are intended to reduce the frequency and severity of seizures.
Pets should be evaluated immediately for any seizure lasting five minutes or longer, if they have multiple seizures within a 24-hour period, or if they don’t fully recover to their normal state within a few hours after a seizure. First-time seizures should also be evaluated by a veterinarian.
Epilepsy in pets, particularly dogs, is typically a chronic condition that requires ongoing management.
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