How to tell if your dog is having a seizure?

Get to the vet as soon as possible if your dog experiences multiple seizures in a row without waking up or has one that lasts longer than five minutes. Dogs can overheat if they have a long seizure, so put cold water on their paws and turn on a fan to lower their temperature. read more

If you’re worried that your dog may have or may develop seizures, there are a number of things to keep your eye on. Before a seizure It’s possible your dog may experience a “warning period” called an aura before a seizure actually occurs. During this time, you may notice your dog seems scared, worried, or stressed out or is clinging to you. read more

When you take your dog to daycare or leave them in the care of a neighbor or friend, make sure to let them know your pet has special needs and advise of the signs to look for if your dog is having a seizure. Your pet may have his own unique tic or characteristic that indicates he may soon experience a seizure. read more

Turn a fan on your dog and put cold water on his paws to cool him down. Talk to your dog softly to reassure him. Avoid touching him - he may unknowingly bite. Call your vet when the seizure ends. If your dog has a seizure that lasts more than 5 minutes or if he has several in a row while he's unconscious, take him to a vet as soon as possible. read more