Reasons Behind Seizures & Convulsions in Dogs from the Best Vet in Simi Valley

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REASONS BEHIND SEIZURES CONVULSIONS IN DOGS
FROM THE BEST VET IN SIMI VALLEY
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It is scarier to see dogs lapse into a series of
spasmodic uncontrollable movements.
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Convulsions are the primary indicator of a dog
seizure.
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It is important for the pet owner to remain calm
and know what is happening.
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Here we will focus on common causes why your dog
may have a seizure.
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IDIOPATHIC EPILEPSY THE GENETICALLY INHERITED
SEIZURE
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Idiopathic epilepsy is a term where the exact
cause of the seizure cant be attributed to a
structural brain condition.
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This occurs after your dog is diagnosed with a
neurological exam, blood work and diagnostic test.
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The seizure is likely genetically inherited
cant be attributed to a serious brain event like
a stroke.
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The condition is common in Australian Shepherds,
Border Collies, German Shepherds, Labrador
Retrievers, Beagles.
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STRUCTURAL SEIZURES THE DISEASE AND BRAIN
FUNCTION SEIZURE
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A structural seizure or symptomatic seizure,
means there is a definitive cause of your dogs
convulsions.
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The cause of structural seizure could be a
stroke, tumor, or meningitis.
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Organ diseases like kidney disease, liver
disease, or vascular disease can also cause
seizure.
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An early diagnosis by your veterinary specialist
can slow progressive symptoms.
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REACTIVE SEIZURES THE BODY AND ENVIRONMENT
SEIZURE
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A reactive seizure is a seizure triggered by
something within the dogs physical environment
or metabolic system.
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The most common reactive seizure is exposure to
toxins.
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The following ingested items may cause a reactive
seizure
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• MEDICINES (IVERMECTIN, IBUPROFEN, OR AMPHETAMINS)
• PLANTS (MUSHROOMS, SAGO PALM, OR BRUNFELSIA)
• FOOD (CAFFEINE OR DARK CHOCOLATE)
• INSECTICIDES LIKE RAT POISON OR ILLICIT DRUGS
  (COCAINE, CANNABIS)

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Metabolic issues which can cause a seizure
include
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• OBESITY
• FATTY LIVER
• LOW BLOOD SUGAR

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DR. RONS ANIMAL HOSPITAL KNOWS HOW TO DEAL WITH
SEIZURES CONVULSIONS
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At Dr. Rons Animal Hospital Emergency, our
caring doctors staff offer both intimate
comprehensive care.
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We serve in around the areas of Moorpark,
Thousand Oaks, Chatsworth, Simi Valley and nearby
Ventura County.
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Call us as soon as possible to discuss how we can
properly care for your four-legged family member.
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THANK YOU
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