Do seizures mean your pet has a brain tumor? Can vaccines really trigger neurological disease? In this episode of Irreplaceable Tails, hosts Dr. Gershon Alaluf and Mallory Dickinson, RVT welcome Dr. Rodger Pettigrew, board-certified veterinary neurologist, to bust myths about seizures, vaccines, aging, and what a “board-certified specialist” actually means. Bonus: His wildest case involved a pygmy hippo.What you'll learn:– What seizure control actually looks like (hint: not zero)– The “kindling” effect and why seizure frequency matters– How to tell if a limp is neurological, not orthopedic– Why distemper still matters—and when it turns deadly– Do vaccines cause seizures? What over-vaccination really means– What you can do at home to protect your pet’s brain– How to prep pets on seizure meds for bloodwork– Dr. Pettigrew’s craziest patient? A privately owned pygmy hippo 🦛– What’s coming next: intervertebral disc disease in FrenchiesWho should listen: – Pet owners dealing with seizures, limping, or odd behavior– Clients confused by Dr. Google and neurological diagnoses– Vet professionals referring out neurology cases– Frenchie and small breed dog owners– Animal lovers who geek out on wild patient storiesTimestamps: 00:00 – Intro + Meet Dr. Pettigrew 01:00 – Seizure frequency, goals & the “kindling” effect 03:30 – What seizures actually are (fireworks in the brain?) 05:00 – Can you prevent neurological issues at home? 06:00 – Vaccines, over-vaccination & immune system risks 09:00 – Distemper: when it’s deadly and why to vaccinate 11:00 – Neuro vs. orthopedic: how to tell the difference 13:00 – What board-certified neurologist really means 14:30 – Dr. Pettigrew’s most unusual case: a pygmy hippo 16:00 – Final thoughts & upcoming episode: disc disease deep diveStay Connected: Like if you’ve ever Googled your pet’s symptoms Drop your questions or stories about seizures or strange behaviors Subscribe so you never miss an expert conversation Irreplaceable Tails: Because every pet’s story matters.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms 📸 Follow: @Pacific.Lens.Studios 📥 Contact: [email protected]. 15#IrreplaceableTails #PetSeizures #NeurologyForPets

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