You’ve probably heard of epilepsy in people. But did you know that it’s the most common neurologic problem in dogs?
Actually, epilepsy isn’t just one disorder—it refers to any brain abnormality that causes recurrent seizures. Treatment relies on the precise diagnosis, which—in turn—depends on where seizures begin in the brain and how they manifest.
Here’s where pooch parents come in. By keeping a real-time “seizure diary,” they can record when seizures occur, how long they last and what else is going on in the immediate environment. It’s also important to know which parts of their dog’s body are affected and how their buddy acts before and after each seizure.
All of this information is crucial in diagnosing and treating canine epilepsy. It takes a team, and pooch parents are MVPs.