Hot Weather Seizures in Dogs: Can Heat Trigger Neurologic Events?

Dog laying in the heat.

Summers in California can be sizzling, and for some dogs, high temperatures can trigger more than heavy panting—they can bring about worrisome neurologic events. 

The combination of excessive heat, high humidity, and physical exertion can cause overheating seizures in dogs, particularly for pets with pre-existing epilepsy. 

In this blog, our team at Marketplace Veterinary Hospital helps pet parents understand canine epilepsy summer triggers and what to do when they witness dog seizures in heat. 

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