Action Plan to Fight with Pug Dog Encephalitis

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1 Action Plan to Fight with Pug Dog Encephalitis - A PUBLICATION OF FURRY ARK-

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 The quick home test to determine (PDE) risk Rush your dog to veterinary 3 Tests to confirm the Diagnosis 4 Use the best treatments 5 Be patient E Test to determine risk for developing PDE

3 The 5 STEP Action Plan to Fight with Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE)

4 1 The quick home test to determine Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE) risk. If you Pug has more of the next symptoms. He has a high risk for developing Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE)

5 Your baby have any of these symptoms? [ ] Seizures 1 Do you notice Behavior and personality changes like: [ ] Depression [ ] Loss of memory (no recognition of owner, loss of. trained habits) [ ] Confusion (stating into space) [ ] Disorientation [ ] Lethargy You notice abnormal spontaneous uncontrolled movements like [ ] Your pug start tilting his head a lot [ ] Loss of balance or coordination ( having trouble. standing and walking, stumbling) [ ] Pressing head against walls or objects [ ] Walking in circles [ ] Muscle spasms (shaking/tremors ) You notice eyes problems like: [ ] Blindness with a dilated pupil. [ ] Neck or back pain.

6 2 Rush your dog to Veterinary Neurologist. You must act very fast to give your pug a fighting chance See a specialist/neurologist if at all possible, many vets are just not familiar with PDE The Veterinary Neurologists treats all disorders that affect the brain spinal cord, muscles, and nerves of animals Some Specialty Centers Chicago Veterinary Specialty Group University of California Davis Southeast veterinary neurology Columbia River veterinary Specialists rinary-neurology

7 3 Diagnostic Confirmation. If possible to confirm the diagnosis of PDE with the next diagnostic analysis Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Allows improved evaluation of areas of complex anatomy by avoiding superimposition of multiple structures. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis: Is the single most valuable diagnostic test for evaluating inflammatory CNS disorders and it aids in the diagnosis of other encephalopathies and myelopathies. Neurosurgeons are experts in managing neurologic disorders. They have access to specialized equipment and Advanced techniques like MRI and CSF

8 4 Use the Best Treatments If the diagnostic analysis is already confirmed, is necessary to start a Treatment Process Your Neurologist will determine which treatment is the best four your pug, and will be able to answer any questions you may have before, during or after treatment. Note: the Neurologist is the only person who can prescribe the treatment and test different combinations and dosages

9 5 There are some medicines that when combined have proven to be effective in combating the progress of PDE for months and even years! Anticonvulsants. Are used to control Seizures Phenobarbital or potassium bromide Zonisamide Keppra/levetiracetam Felbamate Gabapentin Immunosuppressive medicines: Help to combat the misguided attack on the brain. Cyclosporine, Procarbazine Cytosine arabinoside Leflunomide Mycophenolate mofetil Antiinflammatory medicines: Are used to reduce inflammation and swelling of the brain Prednisone

10 5 Be patient PDE is a horrible and aggressive disease but there is hope for a quality life with successful treatments During treatment Pugs will have relapse, for this reason is important adjusted her medications to successfully fend off the disease

11 Exist any test to determine risk for developing PDE? Yes, Susceptibility to Pug Dog Encephalitis (PDE) Is a Pug Dog Genetic Test The test is only to determine risk for developing NME in Pug Dogs and for selecting matings that will produce puppies that are at decreased risk

12 University of California Davis and Dr. Kimberly Greer developed this test

13 Remember With the right treatment, patience and faith, your baby could fight this terrible disease and you can enjoy a much longer, quality life with your pug

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