Description: A condition characterized by excessive neural activity in the brain. Seizures may lead to involuntary contractions of the muscles and loss of consciousness. Epilepsy is the most common cause of seizures however brain tumors and other disease conditions affecting the brain can lead to the occurrence of seizures. Aside from getting a comprehensive medical history, diagnosis is made with the results from the following tests—blood tests, EKG, CAT scan, MRI. Trauma to the head or recent toxin ingestion will also be investigated. Your veterinarian will usually prescribe anticonvulsant medications.

Breeds Commonly Affected: Alaskan Malamute, Australian Terrier, Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, Boston Terrier, Chinese Crested, Clumber Spaniel, Collie, Dachshund, Dalmatian, English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, Flat-Coated Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Ibizan Hound, Irish Water Spaniel, Norwich Terrier, Papillon, Portuguese Water Dog, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Welsh Terrier.