My Rottweiler/German Shepherd mix has clusters of Grand Mal...

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Answer by raymondmonk
Submitted on 12/19/2005
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Cassandra, a gran mal seizure is a very serious matter for any canine. With EVERY seizure there is brain damage not unlike uncontrolled human seizure activity. One must SERIOUSLY consider euthenasia if they are not willing to deal with the side effects of anticonvulsants. While the owner suffers from the anxiety of decisions serious symptoms may develop in the dog's future causing even more heartache to the owner and/or family members while bringing unnecessary pain on the poor pup. I am against putting an animal down if merely out of population control or convenience sake but when there is serious medical conditions present one must very very seriously consider all parties concerned. YES there are side effects to the drugs but there WILL, not may, be even more serious side effects from the seizure activity. Respectfully, warmly and empathetically, Raymond Monk

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Question by cassandra
Submitted on 3/13/2004
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My Rottweiler/German Shepherd mix has clusters of Grand Mal seizuers. He is only 4 years old. I think he may have epilepsy. I don't want to put him on any anticonvulsants because of the side effects. Should I put him on them if he has them about a month apart ? Could he already be reseient to treatment ? thank u

Answer by jenni
Submitted on 2/8/2005
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I also have a rott that started his seizures when he was about 4 years old. We have him on two meds to try and treat the seizures. He is on phenobarbital and potassium bromide. It has seemed to help somewhat but has not completely stopped them yet. He does have "breakthrough" ones every now and then. I just want to let you know that we have not seen any bad side effects. In fact the only side effect we have seen is that he drinks more water and goes to the bathroom more. Good Luck!

Answer by laura
Submitted on 11/9/2005
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so sorry

Answer by cook
Submitted on 11/14/2005
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great

Answer by strawb
Submitted on 10/10/2006
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try smoking pot with your dog...it my prevent convulsions...and make you and your dog happy too.

Answer by Kara
Submitted on 1/22/2007
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Please consult your vet...there are tests that should be run to rule out other conditions besides epilepsy, like liver problems. Be prepared for the seizures to possibly become worse and more frequent over time. This is really something you should work out a treatment plan with your vet to control/solve.

Answer by Dog LOver
Submitted on 6/15/2007
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KILL HIM! the only solutoin. don't make him suffer more.

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