Canine Cerebellum Seizures

The canine cerebellum is the part of the brain that controls coordination and is closely related to the vestibular system of the brain, which controls balance and posture. Most often, brain tumors and brain disorders are a common cause of seizures in dogs over the age of five. A seizure is a disorientation that the dog will experience and may cause loss of consciousness and control of bodily functions.

  1. Cerebellum Brain Disorders

    • Brain tumors can affect most dogs, though dogs over age five are more susceptible. A tumor is created by abnormal and uncontrolled cell divisions within the brain, cranial nerves, skull and pituitary gland. Brain tumors are the most common cause of neurological seizures. Other situations within the cerebellum part of the brain, such as head trauma, infections and other head injuries, also can cause seizures.

    Vestibular Syndrome

    • Since the vestibular system is so closely connected to the cerebellum by way of the inner ear, vestibular syndrome may exhibit some of the same symptoms as brain distress. Cancer affecting the cerebellum, the peripheral and vestibular nerves to the cerebellum or the inner ear can cause similar symptoms and seizures according to Vetinfo.com.

    Seizures

    • Seizures in canines are classified into three groups, with partial seizures as the most common type due to a brain disorder. A partial seizure is one that affects only a certain area of the body, such as a twitching limb or spastic eye. Treatment of the brain abnormality should end the seizures.