How Do You Safeguard A Home For An Epileptic Dog?
Epileptic dogs require special care. Part of the special care is safeguarding your home when you’re there and when you leave. Since seizures happen unexpectedly, epileptic dogs risk injury, or even death, every time they have an attack. With some simple preventive measures, you can safeguard your home and protect your dog. Gate the tops or bottoms of stairs when you’re home. If your dog seizes at the top of the stairs and falls, it can get seriously injured or even die. Gating the bottoms of stairs prevents the dog from climbing them without you knowing. Pick up breakable décor items from the floor and end tables. A dog thrashes violently when it has a seizure and can cut himself, or you, on fragile items. Tie electrical cords from lamps and computer equipment with a twist tie or zip cord. This keeps your dog from tangling in the cords during a seizure, which can cause strangulation or electrical shock. Place pillows or mats around furniture where your dog frequently sits or sleeps. If
