Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your dog.
• If your dog’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Seizures can be long or very short.
• They can also have different phases.
• Your dog may look disoriented, non-responsive, or have convulsions.
• If you have taken a video of an episode, bring it to your veterinarian.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • Has this happened before?
  • If so, when, and how often?
  • What is your dog doing during these episodes?
• Your dog may need:
  • A neurological examination
  • Diagnostic tests such as blood work

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