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Natural Canine Seizure RemediesDogs with epilepsy generally respond well to natural canine seizure remedies, such as dietary supplements, herbal remedies,
and flower essences.
There are quite a few causes of seizures in dogs, from poisoning to brain tumors, and it is important to get a proper diagnosis to find out and treat the underlying cause.
To control seizures, anticonvulsant drugs (such as phenobarbital) are often prescribed. However, they are not without side effects. In particular, long-term use of
phenobarbital is known to cause liver damage in dogs.
If your dog is being treated for seizures, and you want to use some natural canine seizure remedies to complement the treatment, this page is for you! There are indeed
quite a few seizure remedies that can be used safely and effectively to control seizures in dogs, including herbs, vitamins and amino acids, and
flower essences.
Please note, however, that natural remedies cannot be used to replace conventional medications, especially without consultation with a holistic vet. Natural
canine seizure remedies, if used appropriately, can complement conventional drugs, so that the dog patient can have a reduced dosage of the drugs.
Managing Canine Seizures By Diet and SupplementsDiet There are a lot of anecdotal reports from holistic vets and dog parents that feeding epileptic dogs a natural, high-quality, protein-based, grain-free, home-cooked diet can make a difference. If you are unable to feed your dog a homemade diet, pay attention to food items that may be problematic to epileptic dogs. For example, many dog foods now use natural preservatives such as rosemary and sage extracts - these are known to be able to trigger seizures in some dogs. You may also want to feed your dog smaller meals 3-4 times a day to keep his blood sugar stable, since low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is one cause of canine seizures, especially in small breed dogs. Vitamins and Supplements
In addition to a natural diet, daily doses of vitamins and supplements that are beneficial to the nervous system are good canine seizure remedies that
should be fed to an epileptic dog.
Herbal Canine Seizure RemediesDogs prone to seizures are usually emotionally sensitive. Tension, stress, sudden stimulation or over-excitement can trigger an episode of seizure in these dogs. Herbs that have calming effects can be used to help dogs prone to seizures. Here are some useful herbs for canine seizures:
Flower Essences for Canine SeizuresFlower essences work very well on dogs and cats at an emotional level as these remedies were developed to deal with emotional disturbances. They help balance the emotional attitudes of your pet, and can in turn heal the body for physical problems such as seizures. One flower essence blend that is specifically indicated for dog seizures is Seizures Flower Essences.![]() Consider giving the herb milk thistle to your dog
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