Dog collapsed, peed, and shook. Is it a seizure or just overheating?

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Hi there, Dog just collapsed and let out two wheezes/cries before peeing everywhere, leg was shaking and he was panting- NB he'd sat in front of our fire for a period of time. Remained lay down for a few minutes whilst we fussed over him. Is now bright as anything as if nothing has happened. is this just a case of overheating?

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

It sounds as though your dog experienced a seizure if he had abnormal repeated movements, urinated and seemed a bit "off" for a few minutes afterwards. This may very well be a one time occurrence, but if it happens again, take a video to show to your vet. There are a wide variety of causes of seizures, including epilepsy, liver disease, brain tumors, etc. As long as your dog is acting normally tonight and not experiencing other abnormal behaviors/movements, there is no need to rush to a vet. However, if he experiences another episode tonight, he should be seen because these are referred to as "cluster seizures".

Dog collapsed, peed, and shook. Is it a seizure or just overheating?

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