dog has seziures... any ideas on how to fix

[barbital]

Is it legal to get ******** prescriptions for your pets? The Vets in the U.S. are so expensive and my dog has seziures and I think anxiety. Any Idea on what medications to use for him. He is a big dog and weighs about 200lbs. Thanks for your help..

[sbg]

I am not a vet , but I would think that it would depend on the specific type of seizures . Also whether the dog truly has a seizure disorder or if the seizures are secondary to something else ,,,,, in which case it would be the something else that you wold want to treat. BEst advice .. take your dog to the vet . Check around with the humane societies and shelters , some will offer vet care at a reduced charge for those who qualify

[barbital]

I am not a vet , but I would think that it would depend on the specific type of seizures . Also whether the dog truly has a seizure disorder or if the seizures are secondary to something else ,,,,, in which case it would be the something else that you wold want to treat. BEst advice .. take your dog to the vet . Check around with the humane societies and shelters , some will offer vet care at a reduced charge for those who qualify

If i had money for a vet, I would go. I was hoping that I might find some information here. Thanks for the information though!

[Keith K Stone]

Is it legal to get ******** prescriptions for your pets? The Vets in the U.S. are so expensive and my dog has seziures and I think anxiety. Any Idea on what medications to use for him. He is a big dog and weighs about 200lbs. Thanks for your help..

It all depends on what kind of seizures your dog is having.
The following link may be helpful > Dog Seizures - Guide On Seizures In Dogs - Articles On Dog Seizures

[barbital]

His seizures and anixety are just like humans and I mean literally just like humans :-) I hope someone can lead me to to an IOP for pets that do not need a prescription.

[SWIGRx]

your dog weighs 200lbs?! omg! hes got 60lbs on me! are you sure hes not half horse?

diazepam has veterinary uses, and since hes that big i figure the adult dose would be fine. but im no expert.

[Keith K Stone]

His seizures and anixety are just like humans and I mean literally just like humans :-) I hope someone can lead me to to an IOP for pets that do not need a prescription.

Maybe you should just use a google search. Good luck!

your dog weighs 200lbs?! omg! hes got 60lbs on me! are you sure hes not half horse?

diazepam has veterinary uses, and since hes that big i figure the adult dose would be fine. but im no expert.

He could also use xanax .01 to .05 mg per pound. http://www.vetinfo.com/alprazolam-ge...-for-dogs.html
But who could afford that?
I don't think anyone makes anxiety drugs just for dogs! Or do thay?
Or maybe it really is a horse. A 200 pound dog? What the heck kind of dog weighs that much?

[naynay]

@barbital

I'm so sorry your poor doggie is going thru this. Poor thing probably has anxiety because he's afraid of his seizures . If there is an ASPCA where you live, they can treat your pet and they offer a sliding scale for those unable to afford regular vets, give them a shot if you can because the seizure could be a symptom of something serious. In the meantime, for the anxiety issue...

Benadryl is safe for dogs and cats for anxiety in SMALL amounts as per my vet. He would instruct my family to dose our pets with Benadryl so they wouldn't "freak out" when it was time to go in the pet carrier....they knew when we pulled out the pet carrier it meant it was "time to see the vet" and they would get all crazy lol....Benedryl just eases their anxiety n makes them sleepy.

Hope your doggie gets better soon.

I'm adding a link so you can read more about it. Benadryl for Dogs ? BENADRYL FOR DOGS

[vickibr]

So sorry, seizures in dogs or humans are traumatic. How long has he been seizing? Is his whole body involved in the seizure? Hope you find the money to get him to the vet.

[barbital]

They most certainly do make anxiety medicine for dogs and prescribe drugs such as Valium which is the most common and a lot less stronger than xanax. They will usually do this for plane rides, car rides and regular anxiety. Ever see a dog put under for surgery... what do you think they use? Probably a strong sedative! They also give dogs pheonbarbital all the time for seziures for example.

It is very expensive at vets.

[Keith K Stone]

They most certainly do make anxiety medicine for dogs and prescribe drugs such as Valium which is the most common and a lot less stronger than xanax. They will usually do this for plane rides, car rides and regular anxiety. Ever see a dog put under for surgery... what do you think they use? Probably a strong sedative! They also give dogs pheonbarbital all the time for seziures for example.

It is very expensive at vets.

If you say so! If i am reading my post correctly i said they do not manufacture benzos specifically for canines. They use benzos designed for humans.
Dogs actually require a HIGHER dosage of anti-anxiety medication per pound than humans, not less.
The last i heard phenobarbital was invented for humans, also. I did research before i made the post.
That is all I'm going to say about this subject. click link >http://www.vetinfo.com/alprazolam-ge...-for-dogs.html

[teresita]

My folks used to have a cockapoo with a seizure disorder and he was prescribed 5mg valium. He had a seizure disorder not due to anxiety but for no known reason sort of like epilespy of canines.

Now I have one dog, 120lb English lab that has an anxiety disorder when it comes to loud noises. He is prescribed 25mg acepromazine, it is a dopamine blocker and if it doesnt help within an hour he is supplemented with 5mg of valium. I dont believe acepromazine is available at any online pet supplies without an rx but valium could be found easily online. Our other dog on the other hand LOVES loud noises and thunderstorms. We live in the boonies and people in surrounding areas have shooting ranges. This dog is an Australian Shephard and he would die a happy dog if he could catch a lightening bolt or bullet in his teeth. We are tempted to medicate him during thunderstorms because we cant get him in the house.

It is difficult dealing with a large animal that is anxiety riddled. Ours gets in our bed, between my legs if Im standing & knocks me down or tries to get on our laps. Calm voices, lots of petting and reassuring that it is ok helps a little but even with meds, ours is still panting and trembling and just simply terrified. I couldnt imagine him being 200lbs, 120lbs is big enough. Just dont ever scold him for being the way he is. I have to remind my husband of that because it irritates him but dogs sense when their owners are tense and it just compounds an already difficult situation. Just like babies. Does your dog seem to spontaneously shed a bundle when he's full of anxiety? Ours also sheds profusely during these times and drools puddles of saliva all over. But I love my dogs and I wouldnt trade them for anything so I do whatever I need to do.

[naynay]

If you say so! If i am reading my post correctly i said they do not manufacture benzos specifically for canines. They use benzos designed for humans.
Dogs actually require a HIGHER dosage of anti-anxiety medication per pound than humans, not less.
The last i heard phenobarbital was invented for humans, also. I did research before i made the post.
That is all I'm going to say about this subject.

@Keith K Stone....Thanks for posting the link in regards to dogs and seizures. My pets thankfully don't suffer from this but it was kind of you to post the hw you had done on the subject because I'm sure it will benefit alot of us animal lovers

My favorite part of your post above was the awesome pic of the doggie sleeping peacefully, anxiety free and it was great the way you used it in support for the op's doggie....MAD CUTE lol . To me it demonstrates, how supportive you are for other members concerns and you deserve props for it

[zackery]

I would be very careful medicating your dog without really knowing what the underlying problem is.

I just got back from the vet with my cat who is out of remission from lymphoma. I spoke with my vet and he helped me understand what is going to happen over the next few months, or month -- and when it is the right time to make the hard choice.

And he diagnosed the original problem -- and has been a life saver for me and my cat.

Please try to put some money aside and take your dog to the vet. I say this because I looked up seizures and it could be a number of things. Just tell your vet that you have limited resources and to work within what you do have.

Good luck to you and your dog --

[sbg]

Ditto the above post ,but perhaps I am missing something , I am confused. Your post is asking if anyone knows what drugs can be used to treat seizures in dogs , yet you in post number 10 of this thread state knowledge of drugs that are used to treat canine seizures . So.. then are you inquiring about additional meds or the possible causes ? Again, though I still think that it would be best to take the dog to the vet to find out the underlying cause of the seizures. They can arise from many things including electrolyte imbalances and metabolic disorders. The seizures could just be a symptom of something more serious, yet perhaps easily treatable . Their physiology is often a bit different from ours and it cannot be assumed that what works in a human will do the same in a canine.
Please do try to set some money aside to take care of the dog . I have 4 myself and I know how horrible it is when they are sick , so I definitely empathize with you .

As was stated by myself originally and several others above, many vets will work on a sliding scale basis and you could check your local shelter or humane society for a list of vets willing to treat at a reduced cost

[amp12815]

take them to the vet.. i would be hesitant to try and medicate my animal using an OP.. Could be a bad thing, but then again, I dont know much about animal medications..

[teresita]

As was stated by myself originally and several others above, many vets will work on a sliding scale basis and you could check your local shelter or humane society for a list of vets willing to treat at a reduced cost

Many vets take payment plans for issues that are not for their annual checkups, that I know must be paid in cash. Our vet is very very inexpensive for an office visit, $10, but she is actually a horse doctor but treats all animals as well. Vaccinations are what are so expensive along with the heartworm tests and treatments. I buy all my flea and heartworm meds online and save about $30 a month for that but for everything else, its from the vet. The first time I got the valium for our big dog, they were actual V-cut yellow valiums that I hadnt seen since the 70s but she will only dispense 5 at a time, the acepromazine while I dont know what effect they would have on humans, she will only dispense 15 at a time.

Look for a vet in a very rural area and chances are that the office visit is cheaper than ordering anything online and explain you need to make payments on any tests. I have founds vets to be more flexible than doctors for people

[sjccdien]

It is very expensive at vets.

It is only expensive when you start to purchase medicine or treatments. There is not much expense when you are going for a checkup. Plus if you don't want to take your dog to get looked at when he is having seizures then i'm sorry you should not be a pet owner.

[Stevo1]

It is only expensive when you start to purchase medicine or treatments. There is not much expense when you are going for a checkup. Plus if you don't want to take your dog to get looked at when he is having seizures then i'm sorry you should not be a pet owner.

That is Ridiculous!!! I adopted 2 kittens from the Animal league .....I may Not be able to Spend $100's if they were to get Very Sick....But you better believe that they have a Much Better Life Living with me as opposed to the Pound or Worse....Being Euthanized!! Besides I Love them Regardless of my ability to Spend Large sums of$$ at the Vet!
The Poster was asking a Question!! If you don't have an Answer...Then Don't say anything! She Didn't Ask for Your Criticism!!

Also Incomes Change!! These are Hard Times!!! Maybe ...Just Maybe she got this Pet when she was doing Well Financially....Now that the Bottom has Dropped out of the Economy maybe she isn't doing so Well! I am sure she Loves her Pet and would do anything Possible for it! Think before you POST Please

[zackery]

I had a feeling saying something as strong as "You should not be a pet owner" would get a response. That was out of line, but I understand where the statement comes from -- in some cases that is true. Some people should not own pets, just like some people should not have children. They are long term commitments that you should think about before taking on the responsibility.

But, without question the original poster cares enough about their pet to worry and look for solutions. You just don't know what to do, but you are worried about the costs. And it is a legit worry. Vet bills can be very expensive if you don't manage it.

There was plenty of good advice given, and in particular by Teresita about alternatives for payment and help. And it is good advice that you can do this at a very low cost -- just find out what is wrong and find out what you are dealing with. Most vets will work with you on cost. But I think it would be bad advice to suggest attempting a treatment without knowing what the problem is -- in other words, you actually may make things worse for your pet -- even though your heart is in the right place.

So, to Barbital, there is lots of good advice here. And if you don't mind me asking, what kind of dog do you have??? Is it a Newfoundland??? Great dogs -- just trying to figure out what kind of dog weighs in at 200 pounds -- except a Newfie or Great Dane.

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Oh, and Stevo1, congrats on your two new additions. And darn straight, their chances at the Humane Society were not good -- and you gave them a home!! And you love them as well -- yes, they are MUCH better off.

My cat that I was talking about showed up at my front door in the middle of winter about 15 years ago. February in New England, snow, cold. I had 3 pets, so I said, what is one more, come on in. So she is approaching 20, and I have to say she had a good life, much better than one on the street. One of my dogs is also a rescue dog, and he is great. Have to admit though my other two dogs were just flat out loving the breed -- Yorkies -- and buying them. No regrets there either.