Seizures from unknown causes are called idiopathic epilepsy. They usually happen in dogs between 6 months and 6 years old. Although any dog can have a seizure, idiopathic epilepsy is more common in border collies, Australian shepherds, Labrador retrievers, beagles, Belgian Tervurens, collies, and German shepherds.
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/dog-seizure-disorders
The Seizure Service Dog can do the following: 1  Provide a measure of comfort for the child. 2  Provide a distraction during unpleasant medical procedures, such as blood tests. 3  Be used during a therapy session to enlist the child’s participation.
http://4pawsforability.org/seizure-assistance-dog/
Caring for your New Pet. Seizure dogs, like any dog, want the love of their owner. They love to go for walks, receive treats and receive their owner's love. Owners of a seizure dog require yearly veterinary care including vaccinations and dental check-ups.
https://www.vetinfo.com/seizure-dog-breeds.html
Treatment options for pets with seizures. Seizures in dogs and cats that occur more often than once a month, occur with ferocity, last for more than 90 seconds, or result in aggressive behavior require treatment. Treatment for your pet's seizures should include steps that: Strengthen the brain. Strengthen the liver.
http://www.1800petmeds.com/education/seizures-epilepsy-treatment-dog-cat-38.htm
These dogs are task trained. All Seizure Assistance Dogs at 4 Paws are trained in behavior disruption, which is a skill started in our Autism Program. With behavior disruption, the parents have commands to send the dog in to interact with the child.
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Eventually, epileptic seizures occur. During a seizure, it is important that the person's head remains to the side to prevent choking on the tongue. By having a seizure support dog, the seizure dog can bark to alert family members or others that the dog's owner needs assistance.
https://www.vetinfo.com/seizure-dog-breeds.html
The most common kind is the generalized seizure, also called a grand mal seizure. A dog can lose consciousness and convulse. The abnormal electrical activity happens throughout the brain. Generalized seizures usually last from a few seconds to a few minutes. With a focal seizure, abnormal electrical activity happens in only part of the brain.
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/dog-seizure-disorders
Treatment for your pet's seizures should include steps that: 1  Strengthen the brain. 2  Strengthen the liver. 3  Avoid toxins.  Provide a stable 1  environment. Give medication to prevent uncontrolled brain activity.  Provide surgical relief to brachycephalic 1  dogs. Include alternative therapies.
http://www.1800petmeds.com/education/seizures-epilepsy-treatment-dog-cat-38.htm
There are two types of dogs trained to help with seizure disorders; Seizure Response Dogs and Seizure Alert Dogs. Our training falls into the second category and we refer to them as Seizure Assistance Dogs.
http://4pawsforability.org/seizure-assistance-dog/
What types of dogs are used as seizure-response dogs? They can use any type of dog provided the dog has the right temperament for it. Successful seizure response dogs are people-oriented and very responsive to human. emotions and feelings. Their ability to observe and respond to their owner's behavior. makes them successful at seizure response work.
http://www.care-alive.com/wp-content/uploads/Seizure-Response-Dogs-FAQs.pdf
what kind of dogs are used as seizure dogs
Any type of dog with the right temperament are used as seizure dogs.