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Like human epilepsy, canine epilepsy is not fatal. People can die from getting a seizure, although this is extremely rare. A dog can too, but again it is rare. A lot of people die not because of the seizure itself, but because of the circumstance is which they have it. If someone was doing something dangerous, and had a seizure, they could die from something after that, like if they were climbing a ladder and fell. The same kind of thing could happen to a dog. Most people people and dogs with epilepsy will lead normal lives and live as long as anyone else and will die of some other cause. So while they could die as a result of epilepsy, epilepsy in dogs is not fatal.
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What is done for dog epilepsy?
there's medication for dog epilepsy
Does epilepsy transmit from dog to another dog?
It isn't passed from one dog who has epilepsy to another healthy dog that doesn't have epilepsy by contact or any other way except genetically. Epilepsy can be passed on genetically. Such as the Sire or Dam of the pups can have epilepsy & the pups' odds of getting epilepsy are much higher.
Can your dog have a blood test to see if he has epilepsy?
Actually a blood test will not show you if you have epilepsy , the test that will clearly tell you if you have it is to do a E.E.G test.
How do dog trainers train epilepsy dogs?
the trainer would have to be trained in training a dog suffering from epilepsy. It all depends on the trainer
Is epilepsy lethal can it kill you?
in a way yes but only 10% of everyone can die from this disease!! there are good kinds that can be grown out of and ones who stick with you for life !!! if you do get epilepsy go seee a neuroligst regularly.
Why did your 13 year old Maltese dog have epilepsy?
There is no accurate answer for this question - epilepsy in dogs (like in humans) is an idiopathic diagnosis. The dog has epileptic signs, but the cause or origin of the disease is often not known.
What animals can have epilepsy?
Epilepsy can occur in animals other than humans, Canine epilepsy is often genetic. Epilepsy in cats and other pets is rarer, likely because there is no hereditary component to epilepsy in these animals.
What are the possible reasons why a beagle dog can have an epilepsy?
Epilepsy is an unfortunate condition which can inflict any animal. Inbreeding can make the risks higher, however.
What are the ratings and certificates for Katts and Dog - 1988 Lethal Injection 4-3?
Katts and Dog - 1988 Lethal Injection 4-3 is rated/received certificates of: Canada:PG USA:PG
Why do Australian shepherds have lethal white puppies?
The "lethal whites" happen when a merle dog is bred with another merle. This can happen with any breed of dog that carries the merle gene, not just Australian shepherds.
Why do cocker spaniels get epilepsy?
I have a cocker spaniel with poodle mix dog, is it normal for them to get seizures?
What does it mean when your dog has a seizure randomly?
The most likely reason for a dog to have a seizure is epilepsy. However, other causes include ingestion of toxins in the environment (ie, certain foods), brain tumors, tick-induced diseases, and distemper. Idiopathic epilepsy is a common diagnosis for dogs that have seizures, and it can usually be controlled by anti-epileptic drugs or, preferably, a change in diet/nutrition.
