In fact some dogs actually improve as they get older. Animals seldom die from seizures themselves. Most recurrent seizure disorders will worsen if not controlled by anticonvulsant drugs. Reoccurrence of seizures after successful management probably does not mean the patient s disease is getting worse. Often a more rigorous course of drug therapy will correct the problem.
Relapses occur occasionally in many patients don t give up hope.
There are no specific dosages of anticonvulsant drugs for all patients. Several drug combination trials may be necessary before successful management is obtained. Oral anticonvulsant medication takes several days to have a therapeutic effect. Seizures may occur during this period. Until the dog adjusts to the anticonvulsant drugs, several transient side affects may be noted.