- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
I'm so sorry, that's such an awful update to hear.
Poppy seizures - medicating with Pexion
- Thread starter MellowYellow
- Start date
- Location
- Malvern Worcestershire
Having had an epileptic dog I can see that this is such a shock for you and deeply upsetting. I do hope it is a one off. If she has more, you might have to have consider medication, but hope it doesn't come to that. Thinking of you.
How horribly upsetting @MellowYellow , I am sorry and particularly as you’d hoped this was all in the past. It still might be a one off, but just so very destabilizing for you all. Thank goodness you were prepped and could do all you did 
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
Oh, Karen, I’m so sorry. It must have been so scary for you all. I’m glad you were there with her, but it must had a worry not knowing what triggered it. We can’t help, but know that we understand how upset and scared you must be for your darling girl, and we all wish you all the best xxx
Lisa
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- Location
- Alberta, Canada
I can’t imagine how scary that must be for you all.
Cath
MLF Sales Coordinator
How is Poppy this morning @MellowYellow
Atemas
UK Tour Guide
- Location
- North Cambridgeshire
My thoughts too
- Location
- Close to Devon/Somerset border
Oh, no. I hope she is OK this morning and that this was a one off. I also have had an epileptic dog and I can understand how devastated you must be feeling after having thought it was totally under control.
very best wishes for Poppy x
very best wishes for Poppy x
- Location
- Argyll & Bute, Scotland
Oh no poor Poppy and you. Totally frightening to experience. I expect Poppy will be extremely tired after such a long seizure. Get well soon Poppy. Hugs to you all xxx
- Location
- Essex, U.K.
How terribly scary for you, poor girl, how is Poppy this morning, was she ok through the night?
Naya
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- Location
- Bristol, UK
How is Poppy today @MellowYellow ?
Hi everyone, thank you all for your good wishes, I really appreciate it. Poppy had a good night, and seems fine today - a little subdued and tired, but that's not surprising really. She's just out with OH for a little walk. You will be glad to know it has not affected her appetite!
I did speak to the vet yesterday, and we agreed that unless she has any more seizures it is not worth bringing her in, as we have done countless tests on her in the past that were all inconclusive. OH did go to the vet to get a refill of the diazepam suppositories in case she has another fit. Frighteningly, the vet gave me her mobile number with the instructions that if Poppy gets into a long seizure that doesn't stop, that we should call her immediately and she would meet us at the surgery or come to our home, day or night, with emergency medication to inject to stop the seizure. Hopefully we will never need to call her for that.
Otherwise, it's just the same as before - note when and where the seizure happened and any possible triggers. Keep her under close observation and don't leave her alone for the next 48 hours. Start the clock again from now.
I did speak to the vet yesterday, and we agreed that unless she has any more seizures it is not worth bringing her in, as we have done countless tests on her in the past that were all inconclusive. OH did go to the vet to get a refill of the diazepam suppositories in case she has another fit. Frighteningly, the vet gave me her mobile number with the instructions that if Poppy gets into a long seizure that doesn't stop, that we should call her immediately and she would meet us at the surgery or come to our home, day or night, with emergency medication to inject to stop the seizure. Hopefully we will never need to call her for that.
Otherwise, it's just the same as before - note when and where the seizure happened and any possible triggers. Keep her under close observation and don't leave her alone for the next 48 hours. Start the clock again from now.
- Location
- Cornwall , UK
I really do feel for you Karen, it must be even worse when one comes out of the blue after such a long time . At least with my little girl , she had them regularly ( about one a week ) and so she was put onto phenobarbs which were magic for her but with Poppy its very different indeed . Fingers crossed for you and your dear girl xxx
- Location
- Argyll & Bute, Scotland
Karen good news that although tired Poppy is otherwise well. Fingers crossed Poppy or you never have to go through that again. xx
- Location
- The Hague, The Netherlands
So sorry to hear this about Poppy.
It must have been horrible to witness.
It sounds like Poppy is doing well though.
Fingers and paws crossed that Poppy does not have to go through it again.
It must have been horrible to witness.
It sounds like Poppy is doing well though.
Fingers and paws crossed that Poppy does not have to go through it again.
Oh Karen, I am so sorry. When I saw the post, my heart sunk. Do you know if Poppy ate anything on the walk? I remember once when Snowie had a seizure, it was after eating human poo, which no doubt had remnants of drugs given who would poo in a public spot.
I hope this is a one off. It’s so awful now worrying if there will be another. I know it took me years not to worry about if Snowie would have another.
Thinking of you and hoping you can relax and enjoy Poppy’s company without having to worry. I know it’s very difficult. xxx
I hope this is a one off. It’s so awful now worrying if there will be another. I know it took me years not to worry about if Snowie would have another.
Thinking of you and hoping you can relax and enjoy Poppy’s company without having to worry. I know it’s very difficult. xxx
Sorry to hear about Poppy. Hope she is feeling better today.
- Location
- Isle of Man
Glad Poppy seems fine today. You have the backup of a great vet there.