BIG scare yesterday with Spikerdude...

[astrid]

WOW!! how scary!!
I'm glad he's ok, please give him a big kiss and purrs from Sophie and me

[cassiesmom]

Hugs and lovies to Spike from me, and purrs from Cassie (who also has claw issues).

[pomtzu]

Donna - I had a dog years ago that had seizures, but never had the extreme body jerking and all that goes along with it. She would give out the most ungodly noise I ever heard - something like the combination of a howl/scream/cry - it gave me chills. Then she would fall over, but never had the extreme jerky movements. I would just pick her up and hold her till she came out of it. She was always disoriented and confused after, and would sleep for several hours after it was over. The only thing that gave me any peace tho, was that my vet said she wouldn't remember it, and it wasn't painful for her. Not for her - but it took a whole lot out of me every time.
Just keep an eye on Spike - it's possible that it was a seizure. Good luck with the vet visit.

[moosmom]

I've got an extensive medical background and figured it was a petit mal seizure. The vet says that cats don't have petit mal only grand mal seizures, with the jerking, stiffness and foaming at the mouth. All the signs he was exhibiting led me to believe it was petit mal. The vet said because Spike is 9+, it might be early signs of seizures. Only way was to watch him and document any other episodes.

My big guy is a lovable lug who was dumped off at a shelter outside in a VERY small carrier. He's got pooping issues, but nothing I can't handle.

His favorite spot is in the bathroom sink. He takes up the entire sink, LOOK:

[Malibu's Mom]

I teared up reading this too. I've gone through it before and it's utterly horrifying. I hope it was just shock from the pain and wasn't a seizure. Hugs to you and Spike.

[Medusa]

Wow, that was scary just reading it! I'm glad Spike is ok. I'm sure you'll keep a close eye on him and if it is seizures, they can be managed w/medication. My dog RB Charmin had seizures, was put on meds, and never had another one again. She lived to be 18 1/2. I'm sure Spike is in good hands.