Dog had a Seizure. Should I put him to sleep? New and need tons of help, please

[Unshifted]

Hey,
Thank you for the concern. Tinder is doing pretty well. He hasn't had another seizure since the first one, thank God. I know that doesn't mean he won't, but I'm trying to take it day by day. I've been sleeping next to him in the living room because I get nervous when I'm not close to him, just in case.

He does seem tired but he has more of an appetite. I know that could be the prednisone but it makes me happy either way. His head tilt seems to be improving but he's still dizzy.

I found some videos I took of him a few months back. He was running around, jumping on the bed, begging for food. He seemed to "with it" and healthy. He doesn't really seem like that now I don't know what to do. I don't feel like it's his time yet, but on the other hand, I saw how easy it is for him to go downhill. I want him to go in a painless way.

I bought time disposable cameras so I can snap random pictures of him around the house. I'm just going to spend time with him and see what happens.

 

[bubbatd]

Glad that he hasn't had any more seizures ! Anxious to see pictures !

 

[borzoimom]

I am glad to hear he is doing better. I know you want to be near him, but with some seizures you might not want to be too close. The dog does not know what is going on in a seizure. ( just a suggestion for your protection.. however- you know your dog best and the type of seizures in severity. )

 

[Renee750il]

Just let him be himself for as long as he wants. Expect him to be slower and more quiet, and even somewhat tentative at times; he IS an elderly dog, and he's been through something quite disorienting and exhausting, whether he remembers anything about it or not.

You'll know when life is a burden to him, and until then, just enjoy and be happy with Tinder

 

[Unshifted]

Thank you guys You've been a wonderful support.

I am glad to hear he is doing better. I know you want to be near him, but with some seizures you might not want to be too close. The dog does not know what is going on in a seizure. ( just a suggestion for your protection.. however- you know your dog best and the type of seizures in severity. )

Thank you for this advice. The tech at the vet also told me this. She explained that he has no idea what's going on, and has no control over what he does basically. And even afterwards, he could have no idea who I am. So just be careful and basically follow his lead. But I appreciate the advice

 

[borzoimom]

Thank you guys You've been a wonderful support.



Thank you for this advice. The tech at the vet also told me this. She explained that he has no idea what's going on, and has no control over what he does basically. And even afterwards, he could have no idea who I am. So just be careful and basically follow his lead. But I appreciate the advice

Its just that it fights your gut reaction of " I want to help my baby" and its hard to remember- he has no clue what is going on while its going on- and yes- even a few minutes after it.
This is what we did. Its hard to watch a seizure. Its gut wrenching but the advice was given.- just keep things out of their way, dont try to talk, let it pass while you can keep them safe from slamming into a chair etc. Wait about a minute as the symptoms pass, say something to the dog- a word they would recognize ( like " cookie" etc). If the dog looks at you like in recogntion its safe to approach but move slowly. Remember the dog may feel pain after a seizure as well, and does not understand the source.

 

[RedyreRottweilers]

Why would a dog feel pain following a seizure?

Some helpful links about seizure disorder in dogs.

http://www.canine-epilepsy.net/basics/basics_main.html

http://www.cvah.com/article/Seizuresdog.html