Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Living with Canine Epilepsy

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurologic diseases in dogs, but no one knows for certain what causes it or how common it is.

If your dog has been diagnosed with epilepsy;
1. See your veterinarian regularly
2. Ask your vet about appropriate diet for your dog
3. Keep a record of the dates seizures occur and how long they last
4. Never change or discontinue medications without consulting your vet
5. Discuss family activities that include your dog with your vet. For example, if you engage in
water sports you might be asked to consider using a canine life vest to avoid the drowning of
your dog during a seizure.
6. Consider a Pet Healthcare Plan. Pet health insurance can provide some peace of mind for
many owners. Visit http://www.akcphp.com for more information about the range of AKC
Pet Healthcare Plans.

Don't allow epilepsy to prevent you from enjoying your dog. Have fun and concentrate on the times your furry friend is happy and doing well.


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