2200 West Oakland Park Blvd.

Oakland Park, FL 33311 US

2200 West Oakland Park Blvd.

Oakland Park, FL 33311 US

(954) 731-4228

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Pet Seizures

Our Oakland Park Veterinarian Can Help with Pet Seizures

No matter how calm or composed you may be, witnessing your pet having a seizure can be one of the scariest experiences of your life. Indeed, just as with humans, pet seizures are often a sign of a serious underlying issue, such as epilepsy, which can make dealing with them an especially nerve-wracking experience. That said, for residents of Oakland Park, the following is a closer look at the matter of pet seizures as well as the services that our qualified veterinarians here at Oakland Park Animal Hospital can provide your animal.

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What Are Pet Seizures?

A pet seizure is a sudden and violent electrical disturbance within the brain. It can cause issues such as instant changes in behaviors, movements, and more. Pet seizures can also vary in severity and can last anywhere from 30 seconds to 2 minutes.

Symptoms of Seizures

If you are wondering what the symptoms of a pet seizure are, they can be any combination of the following:

  • Jerking
  • Collapsing
  • Muscle twitching
  • Drooling
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Foaming at the mouth
  • Stiffening
  • Tongue chewing
  • Chomping
  • Falling to one side and making paddling motions with the paws

Veterinary Treatments for Pet Seizures

If your pet needs medication to treat his seizures, our veterinarian we can provide him with one of the following treatments:

  • Phenobarbital: This treatment medicine reduces the frequency of the seizures. Phenobarbital is commonly prescribed for dogs with idiopathic epilepsy. It is typically effective and well-tolerated by pets of all shapes, sizes, and health standings.
  • Potassium bromide: Potassium bromide is a seizure medication that is prescribed for pets that do not respond well with phenobarbital.

See Our Veterinarian Right Away If Your Pet Has A Seizure

Dealing with a pet who has seizures can be a frightening ordeal. Luckily, your friends here at Oakland Park Animal Hospital are here to help. Not only can we provide your pet with the much-needed treatment to help him recover from his previous seizure and keep future ones at bay, but we will do so with the utmost compassion and care. If you are a resident of Oakland Park with a pet that suffers from seizures, contact us today at (954) 731-4228 to discuss a treatment plan and how we can help you eradicate this issue moving forward.

New patients receive $25 OFF First Exam.

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Tuesday:

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Wednesday:

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Friday:

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Saturday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Sunday:

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