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How long is the wait for seizure alert dog on the waiting list?
Some people have been on a wait list for years before getting their seizure alert dog. There are quite a number of organizations that train these animals. The Epilepsy Foundation's website has a link to a list. You will need to call each organization to determine their capabilities, costs, and the length of the wait.
Would a German Shepard make a good seizure detection dog?
yes. as it is the most alert dog there is. and the most loyal.
How long does it take to train a hearing ear dog?
Usually guide dogs take about 2 years to train. This goes for seizure dogs as well as seeing eye dogs. The dog must pass a test to be a guide dog.
Can scaring your dog cause a seizure?
Scaring your dog does not cause a seizure. However, in dogs who already suffer from seizures, stress can bring on a seizure, so if you scare your dog, the stress from being scared can make the dog have a seizure.
Can a young dog die from her first seizure?
Unfortunately, yes, it is possible for a young dog to have a seizure and die either during the seizure or just after the seizure is over. You need to take your dog in to be seen by your Veterinarian. Medications can be given by your Vet to control the seizures. Each time your dog has a seizure, brain cells are destroyed. Take your dog immediately to a Veterinarian.
What are the uses of the modern dog?
Most modern dogs' use is companionship. But modern dogs are also capable of may jobs including: -Search and rescue -Bomb sniffing -Drug detection -Cancer detection -Acting as a therapy dog -Performing in films/plays -Herding -Hunting -Guarding -Water rescue -Pulling carts -Pulling sleds -Police work -Guiding the blind -Working as a diabetic alert dog -Working as a mobility dog -Working as a hearing dog -Working as a psychiatric service dog -Working as an autism assistance dog -Working as a seizure alert or seizure response dog -Working as some other type of assistance dog
What is the most common service dog?
The most common and well-known service dog should be Guide Dog as the first service dogs are just for the blind. However, as service dogs can also be trained to assist people with other disabilities, they gradually developed into various types, for one or more than one disability. Here are the common types of service dogs: Guide dogs Hearing dogs Diabetic alert dogs Seizure alert dogs and seizure response dogs Psychiatric service dogs Mobility assistance dogs Autism support dogs
Why did your dog die after having a seizure?
Our dog was sleeping on the couch when he began having a seizure, he fell off the couch into a patio door and broke his neck during the seizure and died. You have to protect a pet having a seizure from hurting its self.
Your dog is shaking uncontrollably with his tongue but is still alert what can it be can you do something to help him?
This could be a seizure, Often times they will seem like they are aware but unable to react. The first thing I recommend is switch the dog to a higher grade dog food. certain preservatives in some dog food have been linked to seizure's. if the dog food change does not help check with your vet and see about anti seizing medications. While your dog is seizing keep your hands away from his mouth as he might bite down out of a reaction. apart from that if the seizure lasts more then 2 minutes or happens more then once a month he really needs to be seen by your vet as physical damage could be occurring.
Can alcohol give your old dog a seizure?
Yes
Do wiener dogs have seizures?
Any dog can have a seizure.
Can a dog seizure be caused by eating dishwasher detergent?
no
