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Brain Tumors. A diagnostic test, such as an MRI or CAT scan, can determine whether or not your dog has an abnormal growth on the brain. Brain tumors, especially those in the cerebrum, can be a common reason for seizures in older dogs, but they are rarely the cause of seizures in younger dogs. The highest incidence is found among the short-nosed breeds such as the Pug, Boxer, Bulldog, and Boston Terrier. Tick-induced Diseases.
Distemper is an infection that can cause dogs to seize. If your dog has not been vaccinated against distemper, then this could be the reason for the seizure. Vaccines. Although vaccines are essential to keeping your pet safe from nasty diseases, they do on occasion cause convulsions when an animal is genetically predisposed to such occurrences. If this is the case for your dog, vaccinations can be managed in a way that reduces the risk of seizure.