Seizures (convulsions, fits, epileptic attacks) are occasionally encountered in our household pets and can be frightening. They can occur in cats and dogs of all ages and can be due to a variety of different causes.

INTERNAL DISORDERS THAT SECONDARILY
 AFFECT THE BRAIN FUNCTION

ACTUAL BRAIN DISORDERS

As you can see a seizure is not a diagnosis in itself, but rather an indicator of an underlying problem. After one such attack it is often difficult to tell if your pet will ever have another "fit".  Some pets do have one seizure only and never have another one !

AFTER A SINGULAR SEIZURE we will recommend:

If no underlying problems are detected and the possibility exists that your pet may never have another seizure then we may not prescribe medication.

IF THE SEIZURES ARE REPETITIVE OR YOU OR THE DOCTOR FEEL THAT THEY MAY RECUR
we may recommend:

Even if all tests are normal (negative results are very helpful to the doctor) medication will likely be prescribed in an attempt to prevent or reduce the severity of future seizures. Periodic examinations and sometimes changes in therapy may be needed.  70% of all epileptics are well controlled on medication.