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Behavioral changes associated with suspected complex partial seizures in bull terriers

N H Dodman1, K E Knowles, L Shuster

  • 1Department of Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA 01536, USA.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|March 1, 1996
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Abnormal brain activity detected via electroencephalogram (EEG) in Bull Terriers with behavioral issues suggests neurological disturbance. Anti-convulsant treatment showed promise for these dogs.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Neurology
  • Canine Behavior Studies

Background:

  • Bull Terriers exhibit a range of abnormal behaviors, including tail chasing, aggression, and irrational fear.
  • The underlying neurological causes of these behaviors are not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify neurological abnormalities in Bull Terriers with behavioral issues.
  • To correlate behavioral signs with electroencephalogram (EEG) findings or brain abnormalities.
  • To evaluate treatment efficacy for these conditions.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective clinical study involving 8 affected and 5 control Bull Terriers.
  • Neurological examinations including EEG, brainstem auditory-evoked response, and brain imaging (CT or postmortem).
  • Analysis of plasma metal ion and enzyme concentrations.

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Main Results:

  • Abnormal EEG findings were present in all 7 affected dogs tested, but none of the controls.
  • Seven of eight affected dogs showed varying degrees of hydrocephalus.
  • Metal ion and enzyme levels did not differ between groups.
  • Phenobarbital treatment was effective in 5 of 7 affected dogs.

Conclusions:

  • Bull Terriers with compulsive behaviors and extreme affective disorders are likely neurologically disturbed.
  • Partial seizures may underlie these behavioral issues.
  • Anti-convulsant therapy is a logical initial treatment approach.