While seizures can be a serious condition, there are plenty of other dog illnesses that can affect your beloved pet. So, stop by dog-illnesses.com to learn about conditions such as canine cataracts.
Dog seizures are a sign that there are neurological problems with your pet. There are various things that can cause a dog to have a seizure besides epilepsy. Some of the most common include tumors, distemper, and toxins. Let's take a look at some of the most common causes of dog seizures.
Brain Tumors
Brain tumors are occasionally responsible for causing dog seizures. Tumors can grow from brain tissues or spread to the brain from other organs in the body. If these tumors put pressure on the brain as they enlarge, it will cause dog seizures.
Distemper
Another cause of dog seizures is canine distemper. Distemper is a viral disease that can cause brain damage. This condition normally affects puppies at an age between three and eight months. Distemper can be transmitted via contact with urine, feces, saliva, and hands. It can also be transmitted through the air. Dog seizures caused by distemper usually occur two to three weeks after the dog has initially been exposed to the virus.
Toxins
One of the most common causes of dog seizures is the ingestion of toxins. Your dog may have a good chance of recovery after ingesting certain toxins, especially if detected quickly. However, other toxins have a poor prognosis. Common toxins that can cause dog seizures include paint chips, insecticides, chocolate, and rat poison.
Caution
When dogs have a long seizure, they are in danger of suffocating. However, you should never stick your hand in your dog's mouth during an episode. Dogs sometimes uncontrollably clench their jaws and your can be seriously injured. In the case of dog seizures, it's best to seek veterinary help if the episodes lasts more than two minutes or so.
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