There are two types of seizures that affect dogs: grand mal seizures and focal motor seizures. A grand mal seizure is a severe seizure that causes your dog to have uncontrollable body movements, excessive salivation, and sometimes vomiting and uncontrollable urination. Drowsiness and difficulty walking and seeing characterize the first 24 hours following a seizure of this kind. A focal motor seizure, which is brief, causes a part of your dog's body, such as an eye or cheek, to subtly twitch. Several natural remedies can help control your dog's seizures.
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Herbal Remedies
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The herb skullcap treats a large number of nervous conditions including epilepsy. Used in equal parts with the herbs oatstraw and valerian, skullcap reduces the frequency and intensity of canine seizures. It does not cause drowsiness or interfere with your dog's motor coordination or reflexes so he can lead a relatively normal life while using skullcap. It is available through herb retailers or health food stores as a dried herb or as a tincture prepared from the leaves, stems, and flowers. Be aware that excessive use of skullcap may cause liver damage, and it must never be given to a pregnant dog as it can induce miscarriage.
Flower Essences
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Flower essences work on an energetic level and result in positive changes to your dog's mental and emotional well-being. Renewed energy helps short-circuit the occurrence or recurrence of health issues such as seizures. Various types of flowers, plants, trees, and bushes make up flower essence extracts, which are available at health food stores and some pet stores. You can give flower essences to your dog is several ways. Put a few drops in her mouth, or add a drop to her nose and let her lick it off. Put 2 to 3 drops in her drinking water. Rub the essence on a non-irritated section of your dog's skin, or add the essence to water, put in a spray bottle, and spray it near your dog. Flower essences have no side effects.
Vitamins and Supplements
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Give your dog daily vitamins and supplements that are beneficial to his nervous system. Vitamin B plays an important role in brain function, and fatty acids, such as fish oil and flaxseed oil, reduce inflammation and degeneration of brain tissue. The amino acids L-taurine and L-tyrosine work to increase resistance to seizures. The amino acid L-tryptohpan soothes the brain, making it beneficial for dogs with seizures.
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