Resources & Articles
Articles by Dr. Dillon about seizures, epilepsy and other neurological conditions in dogs and cats, to help you understand what you’re seeing and what to discuss with your veterinarian.
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Head Tilt in Dogs: Common Causes and When to See the Vet
The difference between a head tilt and a head turn, how the vestibular system works, the common causes of a head tilt and when your dog needs to see a vet.
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Cluster Seizures in Dogs: What They Are and When They Are an Emergency
What cluster seizures are, why they can be dangerous, how they are treated and when to take your dog to an emergency veterinarian.
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Keppra (Levetiracetam) for Dogs: What Owners Should Know
How levetiracetam works, when your veterinarian might prescribe it, how it is given, which side effects to watch for and why it is used for cluster seizures.
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Phenobarbital for Dogs with Epilepsy: A Complete Owner’s Guide
How phenobarbital works, how long it takes, which side effects to expect, why blood tests matter and practical tips for giving it to your dog.
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My Dog Had a Seizure: The 10 Things Every Pet Owner Wishes They Knew Before It Happened
What seizures can look like, why the moments before and after matter, how video and a seizure diary help, and how to feel more prepared for your next vet visit.
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Seizures vs. Movement Disorders (Paroxysmal Dyskinesia) in Dogs: Why These Episodes Are Often Confused
Why seizures and paroxysmal dyskinesia are easily confused, the differences owners often notice and why video and a seizure diary help your veterinarian tell them apart.
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When Will Your Veterinarian Start Seizure Medication in Dogs and Cats?
When anti-seizure medication is usually recommended for dogs and cats, the factors that influence the decision and the common first medications.
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Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil and Dog Epilepsy: What the Research Says
What MCT oil is, what two studies found in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, how it may work and how to use it safely with your veterinarian.
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