Seizure Management
Watching your pet have a seizure is terrifying. Shaking, paddling, drooling, loss of consciousness — it's scary, but we can help. A single short seizure may not be immediately dangerous, but cluster seizures (multiple in 24 hours) or seizures lasting more than 5 minutes are emergencies that need IV medication to stop.
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Warning Signs to Watch For
If your pet shows any of these symptoms, call us immediately.
How We Treat Seizure Management
If your pet is actively seizing when you arrive, we administer IV diazepam (Valium) or levetiracetam to stop it. For status epilepticus (seizures that won't stop), we may use a constant-rate infusion of anti-seizure medication. Once the seizure is controlled, we run bloodwork to check for metabolic causes — low blood sugar, liver disease, toxin exposure. Brain imaging may be recommended. We start long-term anti-seizure medication if needed.
Why Acting Fast Matters
Seizures lasting more than 5 minutes can cause permanent brain damage from overheating and oxygen deprivation. Cluster seizures (2 or more in 24 hours) tend to escalate — each one makes the next more likely and harder to stop. A first-time seizure in a young pet could indicate a toxin that needs immediate treatment. Don't time seizures at home hoping they'll stop. Call us.
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Call (305) 555-1234Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about seizure management at our emergency hospital.