The following is a list of approaches that people on the canine epilepsy email list are using in addition to, and sometimes instead of, medications. Many people feel that as natural a diet as possible is important, and low protein seems to help some of the dogs. Several people use Dr. Pitcairn's book to find recipes to cook for their dog. The rest try to avoid preservatives,etc., as much as possible. Some dogs are helped by a hypoallergenic diet.
Some experts feel that there can be a connection between allergies and seizures.
Many people give their dogs some vitamins or supplements. B complex, L-Tyrosine, Taurine, Calcium, Coenzyme Q10, DMG, Kelp, multiple vitamin tablets, Vit. People are using acupuncture, acupressure, massage, chiropractic care, Reiki, magnets, T-Touch, and gold bead or gold wire implants. All of the above can be used either instead of or in addition to the traditional medications. There is research to back up the use of some of the above, but not all of the above.