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Having a furry friend who experiences seizures can be terrifying, but there are steps pet owners may take to ensure their pets are safe and get to the treatment they need.

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What to do if a pet is having a seizure
August 29, 2022 12:21 p.m.

What to do if a pet is having a seizure

One of the scariest things a pet owner can witness is their beloved companion having a seizure, especially if it is the first time. Knowing what to do in this situation can not only help an owner stay calm and collected but can also help protect a seizing animal from injury. Dr. Joseph Mankin, a clinical associate professor of neurology at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, discusses the causes of seizures in companion animals and what an owner should do during and after a seizure takes place. “Seizures are the most common neurologic disease we see in small animal medicine, happening more frequently in dogs than cats,” Mankin said...