subject: Could Fipronil Or Befenthrin Cause Seizures In Dogs When Used For Pesticide Control Outdoors? [print this page] One Response to Could Fipronil or Befenthrin cause seizures in dogs when used for pesticide control outdoors?
Dr. Roger Clemmons, a renowned professor of neurology and neurosurgery estimates that nearly 1% of our dog population has some form of seizure disorder. Certain breeds with hereditary epilepsy may have as high as 15-20% incidence. This is normally called idiopathic epilepsy, in other words, we are not sure what caused it. Breeds that appear to be more susceptible to epilepsy include Cocker spaniels, Collies, german shepherds, golden retrievers, dachshunds, irish setters, labrador retrievers, miniature schnauzers, poodles, saint bernards, siberian huskies as well as wire-haired terriers. One big Fipronil manufacturer step in prevention is not to breed dogs that have a predisposition for epilepsy. This alone would decrease the incidence and the owners fears that go along with it. If you are looking for a purebred pup, make sure to check as thoroughly as possible that it does not run in the line that you are thinking of getting a pup from.
What do you see, if your dog or cat has seizures? It can vary quite a bit. Sometimes you barely see anything except chomping their teeth rapidly out of control with a bit of salivation. Other small seizures may also Fipronil resemble what is known as fly-biting behavior. This is when they are snapping into thin air as though they are going after a fly. However, most seizures are much more dramatic than that and quite scary to see. Often, your furry friend will stiffen up all over their body, start chomping at the mouth, fall on their side, almost unconscious, start whining or howling, sometimes urinate and defecate and lose all control of bodily functions, jerking and paddling their legs. They may only last a minute or two or may continue for longer periods of time. Occasionally they will go into Fipronil manufacturer what is known as status epilepticus, where they will not stop on their own, but will continue until strong medications are administered by a veterinarian. If your dog or cat does not stop within a few minutes, you should contact your veterinarian or an emergency clinic immediately.
There are many potential causes for seizures. Metabolic diseases, such as liver or kidney diseases, low blood sugar, or electrolyte abnormalities may bring on a seizure. Toxin exposure, include lead poisoning and certain pesticides, has also been known to induce seizures.
