I. What is dog epilepsy
Dog epilepsy, a disorder of brain function, is a sudden onset and is characterized by a brief loss of consciousness and muscle spasms as a manifestation of neurological dysfunction.
Second, epilepsy symptoms in dogs.
If the dog is a grand mal type, there will be some symptoms before the onset, like emotional restlessness, irritability, shaking the head, nodding, barking, like to hide in dark corners, when the onset usually lasts for a few seconds or minutes, canines this condition is difficult to be noticed. Severely ill dogs will lose consciousness, be paralyzed on the ground, have muscle tonicity or spasms, limb paddling similar to swimming, empty chewing, etc.
In addition, some dogs may experience mydriasis, urinary incontinence, salivation, trismus, apnea, and foaming at the mouth. Under normal circumstances, dogs experience different symptoms after slowly recovering their intuition—visual disturbance, confusion, ataxia, fatigue, and other symptoms.
In the case of petit mal seizures, sudden collapse, loss of consciousness, dilated pupils, and fecal incontinence may occur. Disturbances of consciousness may appear suddenly, and the dog will freeze, become unresponsive, or simply become unresponsive to it. In addition, eyelid flutter, eye rotation, lip tremors, and other symptoms are possible symptoms of epileptic seizures.
When a dog has a seizure, the owner should take the dog for treatment in a timely manner, regardless of whether it is a major or minor seizure. Early detection and treatment are necessary for an early cure and a closer relationship between the owner and the pet.
