How To Treat Seizures In Dogs Holistically?

Epilepsy and seizure disorders are common ailments from which our canine babies tend to suffer. You would see these conditions in at least 1 out of 100 dogs. However, knowing this is a common condition does not make it any easier for you and your baby.

As a pet parent, you need all the information you can get about this particular condition. Thus, you can give your dog the best life in terms of quality.

Various holistic treatments can reduce or prevent some of the seizures dogs tend to suffer.

Natural Seizure Remedies in Dogs

1. Acupuncture 

Acupuncture is a popular form of treatment. It is an ancient Chinese art. Fine needles are inserted into certain points within the human body so that one’s inner energy or chi can be moved gently. It is perhaps the most effective way in which you can treat epilepsy among canines.

This needs to be done weekly for around 4 to 6 weeks. Each session should last 20-30 minutes. After that, the treatment is repeated once a week for 6 to 8 weeks to help prevent further seizures.

Doctors who offer such acupuncture also prescribe certain Chinese herbs to go with these sessions. Once you have put together a long-term treatment plan, you can also use gold-bead implants.

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2. Diet 

A lot depends on the specific situation of your dog. Depending on that, a diet change is sufficient for curing seizures in your dog. Some case studies have proven a connection between epilepsy and allergic reactions to food.

You could switch your dog to a hypoallergenic diet or change to home-cooked meals from over-the-counter dog food products. The good thing about food prepared at home is that it has organic ingredients. Such diets can prevent your dog from suffering seizures. Moreover, it will positively affect their health and overall well-being.

3. Essential fatty acids 

Essential fatty acids such as Omega-6 and Omega-3 oils can be helpful. Humans suffering from epilepsy have been helped immensely by consuming a ketogenic diet. This one is low on carbohydrates and high on fat.

Thanks to the high levels of fat, the neurons in the brain tend to get less excitable. If you can add the acids we have named already, it can decrease the intensity and the frequency at which your dog suffers from seizures.

A prominent source of such fatty acids is the oil of salmon caught in the wild.

4. Chiropractic care 

Regular chiropractic adjustments can prove to be effective in treating dogs who are epileptic. These conditions sometimes originate from physical trauma, such as a head injury. At times, seizures are triggered by recurrent and chronic ear infections.

However, ensure that the professional administering the chiropractic care is a licensed veterinarian with previous experience treating patients with canine epilepsy.

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5. Western herbs 

These days, you come across various herbs that grow in the West at different over-the-counter establishments. They are available in both tincture and capsule forms. The most prominent options are enumerated below:

• chamomile
• valerian
• milk thistle
• oat straw
• skullcap
• Ginkgo Biloba

All these are pretty effective when it comes to treating seizures. However, before you administer them to your dog, you must talk with your vet and find the accurate dosage for your baby.

6. Nutraceuticals

You can combine various nutritional supplements and vitamins to treat seizures in your dog. Such combinations are immensely effective in decreasing seizures in dogs – and in a natural way. Doctors prescribe a combination of any of the following:

• DMG (dimethyl-glycine)
• Choline
• taurine
• L-tryptophan
• magnesium
• melatonin
• phosphatidylserine

Apart from these, antioxidants such as vitamins C, B complex, and A could also prove to be highly effective in this case. However, it is always better to consult your veterinary doctor before you choose to administer any such combination to your furball.  

7. Homeopathy 

Homeopathy is effective in curing these conditions. However, this form of medicine operates on the principle of like cures. They contain tiny amounts of substances. Therefore, when administered to a healthy animal could trigger symptoms similar to what you are getting the treatment for.

The process of selecting the exact remedy for the issue faced by your dog is complex. For that, you need a homeopathic doctor with experience treating such patients.

However, you can be sure that if the treatment gets effectively done, it helps stop seizures in their tracks. The most prominent options are the likes of Aconitum and Belladonna.

If the seizure has happened because of a vaccine, the doctor will prescribe Thuja. It is always better to consult a homeopath before prescribing any such remedy.

8. Flower essences 

There are certain flower essences that you can use if you feel that your dog is about to experience a seizure. You can also use them to reduce the overall stress your dog faces so that they do not suffer seizures in the future.

Conclusion

If your dog is epileptic, you must avoid getting them vaccinated. Such conditions can get aggravated by excessive vaccination. It is imperative to ensure they don’t get exposed to toxins.

When there are no chemicals in your home, it makes sure that your little one gets protected from various contaminants. It includes the likes of car exhaust, polluted swimming or drinking water, and cigarette smoke.

The same applies to products to control fleas, food preservatives, and additives that tend to irritate the tissues in their brains and cause a seizure. It is significant to ensure that they have a happy environment sans stress.

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