Acupressure and Ice to Relieve Seizures and A #LiveGibStrong Epi-Tip

*Updated March 2022

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Here's a great tip, diagram and explanation from Tallgrass Acupuncture Institute as to why ice on certain acupressure points can be a relief for a dog with seizures and help remove heat.



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This makes great sense to me as I use a Kooler Collar on Gibson to help him when he seems to be going in to an overheated state, or during the summer months when I need to keep him cooler as a preventative. Be sure to check out our current (until November 15, 2015 at 8 PM EST) online #LiveGibStrong K-9 Epilepsy Awareness online benefit auction as the Kooler Collar Gibson uses is one of the items you can bid on while helping to raise funds for two fantastic Canine Epilepsy non-profit organizations - Canine Epilepsy Resources Epil-K9 Foundation "Emma's Seizure Fund" through the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine ~AND~ The Wally Foundation~Canine Epilepsy that offers financial assistance for medications to rescues/fosters/families of dogs diagnosed with idiopathic Canine Epilepsy.


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*Updated March 2022

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  1. UnknownNovember 6, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    Kooler collar? Wow! I have never heard if that!!!
    ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!

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