Protect Your Dog from Epilepsy

Epilepsy constitutes abnormal activity in the brain which ultimately leads to a particular type of seizure. Contrary to particular belief, epilepsy in dogs is not an uncommon condition; even seemingly simple habits could have a cumulative impact on your dog's condition.

Identify the symptoms: How do you tell whether or not your dog is headed don the path towards epilepsy? Initially your dog may be extremely low or excited. Other symptoms included vomiting, drooling or hypersalivating, trembling, or involuntary passing of stool or urine. These are followed by seizure--convulsions, tooth-gnashing, thrashing of limbs may transpire. Lastly, loss of sensory presence and perhaps consciousness may occur.

Get your pet treated: The type of treatment and diet recommendations largely depend on the cause of the epilepsy," says a well known vet in Singapore. If it is hereditary, the pup may have to take medication for life. If an epilectic seizure occurs, take the dog to the vet immediately.

How to stay safe?

1. Stay vigilant: Make sure your dog is not chewing anything toxic.
2. De-worming is very important: Puppies should take tablets at every vaccination date or just prior to it and adult dogs should be de-wormed with a combination of injection and pill every 3 months. The dosage is calculated according to your dog's weight. Usually 1 tablet should be taken per 10 kilos of body weight.
3. Monthly check-ups are a must: This will ensure early detection and treatment of any disease that maytrigger epilepsy thus maintaining the overall health of the dog.

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