Most people know how to appropriately handle a seizure when it happens in humans, but what happens if you are dog sitting or your beloved pet falls ill and starts having a seizure?
(prHWY.com) May 29, 2012 - Seattle, WA -- Most people know how to appropriately handle a seizure when it happens in humans, but what happens if you are dog sitting or your beloved pet falls ill and starts having a seizure? Chances are most people - even avid pet lovers -- don't know how to respond or what to do. To spread the awareness of not only the
dangers of dog seizures, but what pet owners need to do in such situations, a nationwide veterinarian service is launching national 'Dog Seizure' day.
"It may look morbid to celebrate dog seizures, but it is a very important issue that needs to be addressed", said marketing director of National 24 Hour Vet Services, Patti Henkel. "We aren't trying to upset people; we're trying to educate them to prevent potentially serious health problems with their favorite furry friend."
National Dog Seizure Day is scheduled for the first week in July, and will feature several seminars, classes, pet clinics, and discounts that dog owners can take advantage. The most important class offered for the day is 'Dog Seizure After Care' hosted by nationally renowned vet, Barry Brisco.
"Maintaining a pet after they have suffered from such a serious health problem can be challenging", explained Brisco. "My class will help pet owners who are in that situation find the support and love they need to make it through it. The class is also great if you have a dog, as it will teach you want could happen in the event that a dog has a seizure."
Currently, several national TV talk shows and radio shows have picked up on the idea of National Dog Seizure Day. Marketing director, Patti Henkel and Barry Brisco plan on running the circuit of tv and radio talk shows in an effort to get as many participants in on this event as possible.
"One of the things we want people to realize is this isn't just some made up holiday in an effort to market vet services", said Henkel. "I want them to realize that this is a serious problem that could strike any pet owner at any time. I don't want anyone to have to go through this type of experience, which is easily preventable."
Over 1500 people have responded to the RSVP that was on The National Dog Seizure Day Facebook page. National Dog Seizure Day has also been tweeted in seven different languages.
"It's a start", said Henkel. "I really hope I can raise awareness on this important issue, as it could save a dog's life."
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