Seizure Alert Dogs and Their Amazing Sense of Smell

seizure response dog

Did you know that seizure detecting dogs can detect seizures 45 minutes before they actually happen? Just recently, scientists discovered that these dogs are able to use their sense of smell. However, what we don’t understand yet is the exact thing they’re smelling.

Other than that, we know that seizure alert dogs are service dogs, and as service dogs, they’re able to remind their handlers to take their medications, help them reach a safe place, and ask for help ahead of time.

In one study, 100% of the participants reported a higher quality of life with a seizure response dog.

Article source: everwideningcircles.com

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