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My dog had multiple seizures, can't walk, and breathes fast. What now?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | 7 years and 6 months old

My dog is having seizures (3 in the past 3 hours). She is having trouble walking and is breathing very fast and hard. What should I do?

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Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on July 8th, 2017

Please take her to your nearest emergency clinic - cluster seizures can progress to a life threatening status epilepticus if not treated in time and can be very difficult to manage. Have a quick look to see if she may have ingested anything toxic - slug pellets, mouldy food, chocolate etc
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