11/26/2025
Dogs may have noticeable seizures causing their bodies to convulse. They may also exhibit more subtle signs such as facial tremors, sudden movements, or unusual barking. If your dog ever experiences a seizure, here are some things to remember:
✅ Stay calm and focused to help keep your pet at ease.
✅ Track the length of the seizure and note the symptoms. If possible, video footage of the episode may be helpful to your dog’s medical team.
✅ Do not attempt to restrain or stop the seizure and keep away from the pet’s mouth, you could get bitten in the process.
✅ To prevent your dog from hurting themselves during a seizure, keep them away from stairs, cushion their head, and gently hold and comfort them until they begin to regain consciousness.
✅ Know that your dog is not conscious or in pain during the seizure, even if they sound or act like they are.
✅ Always call your veterinarian or an emergency hospital ASAP after an occurrence.
If the seizure lasts for 2-3+ minutes or if your dog has more than one seizure in a 24-hour period, this requires immediate medical attention. Bring them to your veterinarian or nearest emergency hospital right away. We are open 24/7 for pet emergencies. Our info is below.
📞 (518) 785-1094
📍 222 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY, 12110
🌐 www.capitaldistrictvet.com
