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From:Somerville Tx U.S.A
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posted 09-06-2003 09:00 PM         

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I have a 3yr old peekapoo. His name is Solomon.
I have witnessed him have 2 seizures in the last 6mos.
The vet says these little ones are prone to these attacks , but I would like more information concerning this condition. Can anyone point me to a website that will help
to get guidance.

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posted 09-06-2003 10:50 PM         

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My toy poodle also has seizures. He is 7yrs old and has only lived with me for a year. In his previous home he had seizures quite frequently but has only had 2 living with me in the past year. I was discussing this with my vet today and she said that they usually progress as the dog ages and that my dog is okay for now but if he has 4 or more per year she would recommend putting him on Phenobarb (sp?).
Here are some links for you: http://www.canine-epilepsy.com/Why.html http://www.healthypet.com/FAQ/general-20.html

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posted 09-06-2003 10:53 PM         

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P.S. In my situation, stress seems to bring on the seizures. His previous enviroment was very stressful compared to his current one which is why I think he is not seizing as much. My vet gave me a wonderful explanation on seizures today...I don't think I could explain it as well as she did but maybe your vet can give your more info. as well. Good luck.

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posted 09-07-2003 05:14 PM         

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I have seen my poodle have a couple in the past. THe last one was brought on by her being so stressed out from a bout with kennel cough. This was just one night of constant hacking and ended in seizure. I zipped her to the vet asap.
I have and I am not sure why, but cat food is supposed to be kept away from dogs that have seizures. I mean all dogs really but it does somethign to them.

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