Seizures in dogs
Sudden bursts of abnormal electrical activity in the brain that cause uncontrolled movements, collapse, shaking or loss of awareness. They can occur singly or repeatedly, and frequent seizures usually need lifelong medication to control.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Seizures, including Border Terrier. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 14.2 to 14.2 years.
Seizures in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- neurological condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Seizures is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Seizures (1), ranked by health score
Related neurological conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.