It can be frightening to see your beloved pet have a seizure. However if you recognize the symptoms, a dog seizure can be treated fairly quickly. With the right information, your vet can ensure the best treatment for your dog.

Making sure dog does not panic can be difficult, especially if this is the first time that the seizure has occurred. There are ways you can prevent this. If you are in a park, make sure you keep the dog away from any poisonous berries. If you have children, do not let them feed the dog chocolate as this is toxic for dogs. When there are firework displays outside, keep your dog inside. Measures like this will help prevent seizures caused by outside influences.

One common misconception when dealing with a dog seizure is that you need to make sure that you need to grab their tongue to ensure they do not swallow it. Not only is this inaccurate but can be potentially very dangerous. This is because the dog is likely to react and bite you, causing you a serious injury.

The type of seizure can be defined by the symptoms. However some can be quite similar so it is important to note any unusual behaviour to your vet. For example, cluster seizures and the very serious status epilepticus are often confused. Status epilepiticus seizures can either be one half hour seizure or a series.

As the name suggests, cluster seizures are a series of seizures as well. The difference is that the dog will often be conscious between the occurring fits. This can often be confused so it is important to take note of how long the seizures last.

When a seizure occurs you should do your best to take a deep breath and stay calm. Remember even if your dog is conscious they may not necessarily be aware of what is wrong and they will be reassured by a quiet and calm tone of voice. If possible, move furniture to prevent the dog knocking against it.

Complex Partial Seizures can be quite frightening as the dog behaves in an unusual fashion. This can include running around in circles, air biting or even trying to hide from you. These can last for a few minutes, a couple of hours or even lead on to other forms of seizure.

Depending on the severity of the seizures, the vet may also look at blood tests to check for factors such as glucose and calcium levels. It is vital to observe your pet after the seizure and pass any information on. If the symptoms are spotted early enough, a dog seizure can be treated and they can lead a normal, happy life.