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Natural Canine Seizure Remedies

There are quite a few natural canine seizure remedies that can be used safely and effectively to control seizures in dogs. This page takes a look at some such natural remedies.

For information regarding the causes and symptoms of dog seizures, please visit our page on Canine Seizures.

Herbal Canine Seizure Remedies

Herbs can be used to reduce the tendency of seizures with good results.

Skullcap is a nervine and is effective in moderating overactive synaptic activities in those parts of the brain where seizure episodes are triggered. Used in equal parts with oatstraw and valerian, skullcap can reduce the frequency and intensity of canine seizures.

An Effective Herbal Product for Canine Seizure

Doc Ackerman's Epilepsy and Seizure Formula

This natural herbal formula contains useful ingredients (such as valerian, St.-John's wort, and chamomile) that are effective for treating canine seizures and epilepsy.

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Homeopathic Remedies for Canine Seizures

If your dog suffers from a seizure caused by poisoning or hyperthermia, try using Aconitum napellus (Aconite) or Belladonna for first aid treatment.

**It is highly recommended that you stock your dog first aid kit with some basic homeopathic remedies, such as Aconite or Belladonna for emergencies.**

Flower Essence for Canine Seizures

Seizures Flower Essences

Pets are very responsive to the energetic healing properties of Flower Essences. By using the appropriate Flower Essences to balance the emotional attitudes of your dog, subtle changes occur that bring renewed energy forward and short circuit the occurrence or recurrence of health problems such as seizures.

Bach Flower Essences Rescue Remedy 10ml

Bach's Rescue Remedy can dramatically calm an anxious, scared, or excited dog. Immediately before or during an epileptic episode, try rubbing a few drops of Bach's Rescue Remedy on the dog's ears. This will sometimes moderate the seizure and calm the dog.

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Canine Seizure Remedies - Vitamins and Supplements

Canine Seizure Remedies

Daily doses of vitamins and supplements that are beneficial to the nervous system should be fed to an epileptic dog.

Vitamin B1

Vitamin B1 is essential for helping brain function.

Fatty Acids

Fatty acids (fish oil, flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, or borage oil) can reduce inflammation and degeneration of brain tissue.

Dimethyglycine (DMG)

DMG is a compound that is produced naturally in both humans and animals. It forms an intricate part of animal and human metabolism. It also has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fugal properties. In animals, DMG also has anti-seizure effects.

Here is a natural product of DMG: Vetri-Science Vetri-DMG Liquid

Amino acids

The amino acids L-taurine and L-tyrosine can increase the resistance to seizures. The amino acid L-tryptohpan can soothe the brain and is therefore beneficial for dogs with seizures.



Related Topic

Canine Seizures

References

D. Hamilton, Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs (North Atlantic Books, 1999).
M.L. Wulff-Tilford and G.L. Tilford, Herbs for Pets (Bowtie Press, 1999).

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