My dog has recurring seizures and foams at mouth. Is it rabies?

Animals with rabies typically become progressively worse with other neurologic symptoms (such as muscle tremors and seizures), and die within a few days of beginning to show symptoms. So if this behavior has been going on for longer than that, it isn't rabies - instead, it's likely to be a behavior issue. From your description, it sounds like Max is very anxious and fearful. Many fearful dogs are also aggressive towards other animals and people. If you want to work on this problem, I would recommend making an appointment with a veterinary behaviorist who can evaluate him in person and help you put together a detailed treatment plan for his aggression and anxiety issues. This might include medication, as well as management suggestions to help him avoid situations that make him afraid, and specific training exercises you can work on to help with this behavior. You can search for a board-certified veterinary behaviorist in your area here: www.dacvb.org

The stereotypical image of rabies is a dog with foam all around their mouths, but the reality is that this is not actually seen that often and can be seen normally in a dog that just exercised. The reason for the foam forming around their mouths with rabies is that they are not able to swallow when infected with rabies. This causes them to drool more and potentially develop this foam if they are barking/vocalizing a lot. Rabies also causes a dramatic change in behavior. The dog will either be very stuporous, or extremely aggressive. Rabies is spread through saliva, but requires a direct inoculation under the skin (usually by biting). Touching the saliva of a rabid dog is not very risky for contracting the disease; unless you have a cut or sore that is in contact with the saliva. It's also much less likely for a vaccinated dog to acquire rabies. For more information about rabies, I will refer you to the link below. cdc.gov/rabies/index.html I hope that helps and all is well with you and Chloe.

I would be very concerned that Bella got into something toxic causing her symptoms, or she could have had a seizures. She needs veterinary attention now to diagnose the cause of her symptoms so she can be treated. Please take her into a vet right away.

I can understand being worried. Foaming out of the mouth is never a good sign. The immediate concern I have is rabies. If he's never been vaccinated against rabies, there's a potential he could have it if he came into contact with a rabid animal recently. It could also be that he is nauseous or has a dental problem. Because I can't see him in person to rule out rabies and because I don't know his vaccine status, do not handle him if he's not vaccinated. Call your local animal control for help with him. Isolate him from other people and animals until they get there. Now if he is fully vaccinated against rabies, then he won't have it but I would still have him seen by a vet today. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Rylee. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian. She seems to be experiencing a variety of symptoms and would benefit from a thorough examination. Some dogs will foam at the mouth if they play too hard. She could be close to overheating. Joint disease could cause her to stop on the stairs. Dental disease and ear infections are additional sources of pain. If it was a small seizure, she most likely would have been non-responsive to you during the episode. The veterinarian will examine her from head to toe and ask you detailed questions regarding the episodes. In the meantime, watch her closely. For example, if she is scratching her ears or shaking her head, this can be a symptom of an infection. Lameness can indicate joint disease. I hope this information helps!

Oh dear! This sounds extremely serious - your dog may be having a seizure, or may have a serious illness or ingested something toxic. I'm afraid there is really nothing you can do at home for a problem this serious, so the best advice I can give you is to take your dog to the nearest veterinarian immediately. I would be concerned that he may die without immediate veterinary care.

Sounds like Snow is having partial seizures. I suggest you video tape her episodes and take her to the vet for an exam and show them the video. They will most likely recommend some blood testing and will discuss with you some anti-seizure medications if they think they are needed. ( https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951440 )