Convulsion in dogs and cats: learn to treat it!

Learn how to protect your pet

Brain tumor or metabolic and vascular disorders cause seizures but are not preventable. These problems can be avoided:

– Intoxication
Keep it away from toxic products and poisonous plants. And don’t give medicine without a doctor’s prescription.

– Infections
The main disease that causes convulsions, distemper can be prevented with annual vaccination of the animal.

– Run over
Avoid a tragedy by taking your dog for a walk on a leash. Animals are irrational beings and can run out of nowhere!

– Fleas and ticks
They transmit worms and bacteria that cause seizures. Combat with products indicated by the veterinarian.

Identify the symptoms

– Fainting, dilated pupils, loss of balance, “pedaling”, urinating, defecating, moaning loudly and salivating a lot are the most common signs.

– Sometimes only the muscles of the face contract, leaving the animal with a strange face.

– Before and after a convulsive attack, the animal may become agitated or very quiet, drink too much water or eat excessively.

– The crisis lasts from 1 to 3 minutes – in some cases, it only goes away with anticonvulsant medication.

What to do during the crisis

– Leave the dog or cat in a place without the risk of it falling, being attacked by another animal or dropping an object on itself.

– Protect his head by supporting it on towels.

– If he has recurrent seizures, prevent access to stairs.

– Seek immediate veterinary help if the crisis lasts more than 3 minutes.

– Never do that! Never put your hand, face or any object inside the animal’s mouth during the seizure. He can bite and hurt you or himself!