This is a video of my dog having an Epileptic seizure. I originally took this video for my vet, but decided to upload it to YouTube for educational purposes. I know when I was trying to figure out what could be causing her seizures, I would have liked to have been able to see a video of what an Epileptic seizure looked like, so that I could have a better idea of whether or not this could be something she has. My Vet has since confirmed that Epilepsy is in fact what she has. With Christy, Her seizures last for about a minute or so and only has one a few times a year. And after she’s had her seizure, she goes completely back to her normal self. My Vet said that when dogs have seizures as infrequently as she does, they don’t usually do anything about it, because it’s not very serious. I know people have commented and said that when she’s having a seizure that I shouldn’t touch her and just let her be, but I’ve witnessed her having quite a few seizures and I feel that what I do doesn’t hurt her and ,in fact, relaxes her. So, I’m just going to continue to do what I’ve been doing. Video Rating: 3 / 5
Question by tumbling<3: Please help me!! having teen health problems..?
Recently I’m having muscle cramp/pain in arms,legs,and stomach area.. It doesn’t hurt much but it comes and goes. What this might be? And i usually get the arm pain in the night.. O.o Can it be Osteosarcoma??
other information:
-female
-15yrs old
-about 5″2 and weigh about 112 lbs
-Few months ago I had pain in my lower left back and went to the doctor to check it out but it was nothing.. Just some muscle problem.
-There is no way in world that i could be pregnant
other information:
-female
-15yrs old
-Few months ago I had pain in my lower left back and went to the doctor to check it out but it was nothing.. Just some muscle problem.
-There is no way in world that i could be pregnant
Best answer:
Answer by ηια_ѕσ_αмαzιηg Probably you are starting your period
Question by desperatedesirex3: I’m having my dog spayed and i’m really nervous I read this on a website and wondered if ANY of it is true..?
On the negative side, spaying female dogs
• if done before 1 year of age, significantly increases the risk of osteosarcoma (bone cancer); this is a
common cancer in larger breeds with a poor prognosis
• increases the risk of splenic hemangiosarcoma by a factor of 2.2 and cardiac hemangiosarcoma by
a factor of >5; this is a common cancer and major cause of death in some breeds
• triples the risk of hypothyroidism
• increases the risk of obesity by a factor of 1.6-2, a common health problem in dogs with many
associated health problems
• causes urinary “spay incontinence” in 4-20% of female dogs
• increases the risk of persistent or recurring urinary tract infections by a factor of 3-4
• increases the risk of recessed vulva, vaginal dermatitis, and vaginitis, especially for female dogs
spayed before puberty
• doubles the small risk (<1%) of urinary tract tumors
• increases the risk of orthopedic disorders
• increases the risk of adverse reactions to vaccinations
Best answer:
Answer by Gregory Any medical procedure carries inherent risk. Talk to your veterinarian about your concerns. If you do not spay your dog you invite a flurry of other problems such as, menstral bleeding, unwanted (and even agressive) behavior, and the risk of unwanted litters, as well as inviting stray and potentially dangerous dogs to stalk your property in search of a mate.
Question by Amya: What are the benefits for having a male dog fixed? What % of dogs have cancer?
I’m totally for it, but my uncle (who lives with us) really doesn’t like it. What are some good ways to convince him?
Its the families dog- me, my sister, my brother, my mom, and my uncle. We all are deciding on this together.
Best answer:
Answer by you’re lucky I’m nice if you aren’t breeding the animal, spay or neuter it. not only is it for health purposes, but for aggression and marking issues as well. whose dog is it? they decide.
Dr. Michael Kent, professor and researcher at the University of California Davis, explains how frequently lumps and bumps should be checked to rule out cancer. Dr. Kent, who has conducted research funded by Morris Animal Foundation (MAF), encourages pet owners to look for new lumps and bumps to catch cancer early. Tish Czachor, canine cancer events manager for MAF, thanks Sandy Vilahu for organizing the walk and presents her with a plaque.
Question by J-WO: My Boston Terrier is having surgery tomorrow to remove a mast cell tumor. Anyone have the same experience?
I’m just wondering how it all went, what the outcome was, if any chemo or radiation was needed, etc.. Of course I know every tumor is different, but I’m really nervous about this and would like to hear from someone who has been through it with their dog. She’s 11 years old and is in pretty good shape otherwise – very happy, active and has a good appetite. Hasn’t lost any weight either. Anyone?
Best answer:
Answer by Luca’s Mom I work at Johns Hopkins and I got into a discussion with a researcher here who claimed that mast cell tumors are the most common kind of tumor there is in dogs.
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my dog is having seizures (two in the last four hrs)and I’m pretty sure it’s a brain tumor. he’s 11 yrs old and had his leg amputated in oct. for bone cancer. what i’m wondering is how long it’s been going on and, some of his behaviors have changed.
he started peeing in the house and drinking obscene amounts of water, which i thought was a reaction to his food.
see… we’ve changed his food to the timberland ocean blue, that’s supposed to help cool them down. if anyone knows how this particular ffod cools them down that would be helpful to me(does it make them want to drink more water, ect?).
don’t freak out either, he’s going to the vet as soon as they open.
we took him to the vet and had his chest x-rayed. there were several tumors in his lungs and his sternum is where osteosarcoma made it’s new home.
the vet said that if the tumors were that bad in the lungs then it was very likely that the cancer had metastisized to his brain causing the seizures.
the vet also said that herc would only have about 6 wks with an anti seizure med. at the most.
so instead of putting him through all of that, i gave him some peanut butter cups and put him down.
he was happy right up until the end, so…
I got the bad news this morning that my Labrador has bone cancer in his rear leg. It came from nowhere. Just a little bump 3 months ago and today, it’s this big whelp on his rear knee. The xrays show massive erosion in the bone. I say cancer, but the vet won’t know for sure until the biopsy returns on Monday. He’s pretty sure it’s cancer, though.
I have a decision to make. If I had all the money in the world, I’d nurse him along to a merry old age. But I don’t, so I cannot. I can have his leg amputated and hope the cancer didn’t spread. And in that, could hope he lives a reasonably healthy existence, otherwise, or I could have him put to sleep. It’s really a tough call for me. I could be throwing money at the problem when the dog would be better off just having been put down.
I hate to think dollars would control this decision, but it just may very well.
Thanks.
Forgot to mention his age and I know how relevant that is.
I just found out yesterday that my 14 year old English Springer Spaniel might have bone cancer in her jaw. How can I take care of her or what can I do for her to make her most comfortable..I’ve never dealt with this before & am very worried about her. I’ll know when it’s time to put her down but in the meantime..any suggestions?
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