FAQ

Phenobarbital may initially make your dog feel drowsy, unsteady, or hungrier and thirstier than usual, but these side effects often lessen after a few weeks.

Seizures in dogs can be triggered by idiopathic epilepsy, brain tumors, trauma, infections, toxins, or missed doses of seizure medication like phenobarbital.

Phenobarbital may make your dog feel drowsy, uncoordinated, thirsty, and hungry initially, but these effects often lessen after a few weeks of treatment.

Yes, phenobarbital and Keppra (levetiracetam) can be taken together for dogs with epilepsy, under close veterinary supervision.

Diarrhea is not a commonly reported side effect of phenobarbital, but digestive upset including vomiting can occur in rare cases.

Yes, phenobarbital should be given consistently every 12 hours to maintain stable blood levels and effectively control seizures.

Dogs can remain on phenobarbital for months or even years, as long as it effectively controls seizures and is well tolerated, with regular veterinary monitoring.

Phenobarbital is primarily used to control seizures and manage epilepsy in dogs. It's considered a first-line treatment for canine seizure disorders and requires careful veterinary supervision.

Dogs can safely consume raw meat due to their acidic stomachs and short digestive tracts, which help kill pathogens and reduce the risk of illness when the meat is fresh and handled properly.

Yes, freezing raw meat for at least three days before feeding it to your dog helps reduce the risk of parasites and ensures safer consumption.