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Where Do I Find A Good Support Dog?
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As I have had too many seizures between 2020-2021, I am now told that I could apply for a therapy dog now that my seizures are easing but my stroke on my right side has started to loose feeling in my… read more

Dog Or Cat Lover
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Which are you

A Dog Lover

or a Cat Lover...

also explain how either has helped you

Service dogs dont count but still share :)

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It doesn't matter too me I like and love all animals

Hi, I Was Wondering If There Was Anyway To Get A Service Animal Specialized In The Field Of Seizures, Anxiety, Depression Panic Attacks Free
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Seizure Alert Dogs
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Has anyone thought about getting a seizure alert dog? Here lately I have had my seizures frequently so I can't drive but I have almost had a couple seizures in the store so I am getting kind of nervous about what to do if that happens...it's making me just want to stay home away from people so my husband suggested a service dog that might help me get my independence and confidence back....thoughts?

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Thanks Jeff. I am kind of in your shoes. I have had photosensitivity epilepsy for 22 years. All of that time I have been able to work and live fairly independant with a seizure here and there. But… read more

Seizures And Your Pets
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I have the greatest dog in the world. He is my whole life and has kept me going these last four years. My dogs name is apollo, he has been with me since the day he was born. He is a sweet little ratterrier dauschund. He is my little shadow. He follows me everywhere he can. We are inseparable. Cuddling with him isn't unusual for us. He will lay in my arms, his head laying on my arm. He definitely knows when I'm going to have seizures or have had one when I didn't know. Sleep seizures are a common… read more

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H Ashleyskellington sounds as if your dog is a seizure alert dog! I have a professionally trained seizure service dog. These dogs are trained to do many amazing things. But the one thing they are not… read more

Does Anyone Live By Themselves And Not Have A Job?
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I’m 26 and live by myself, but go to my parents house every couple weeks. I’m only out with someone when my mom takes my shopping and when I’m league bowling on Monday nights. This makes me more uncomfortable and afraid of having a seizure from depression.

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@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member hi Jeffrey, it would be hard for me just because I have trouble a little trouble taking care of myself. I had to watch my parents dogs a few months ago at their house while… read more

Concerned About A Floating Lump In My Wifes Head
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One time when she is having such sharp pains in her head . She said it feels like that part of the head is going to explode. I rub gently on the lump . And it esses the pain . The next time it is in a different spot. Not sure what it is or what to do about it . Any recommendations?

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What have you learned about your wife's symptoms?

Does You Think That Pets Can Sense Seizures? Does Anyone Have A Dog For This? Or Even Just Pets Such As Guinea Pigs Or Even Rats?
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My Rabbit and Guinea Pigs Help Me

What Dog Breeds Or Cat Breed Are Good For Epilepsy
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I have a Havanese, she's amazing. My seizures aren't as bad as they used to be before my surgery, so she's not trained to be an alert support dog. She's def emotional support (which to me counts)… read more

Do You Have A Pet Or Pets?
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I have two former strays. I am embarrassed to say that I like them better than most people lol 🤩

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I have 3 small dogs mother father and daughter . And my 14 year old cat..