However, it's really tough watching for any slight abnormality or stiff legged movement that might be a sign of seizure (they can range from a full shaking fit to nothing more than a vacant gaze). We've consulted several vets and even my own local expert, my sister Amy-- and while we're learning a lot, it still points to the fact his seizures may be completely unpredictable. It's disheartening because Mystic is the ultimate mountain dog--strong, smart, enthusiastic--yet also a cuddler at night or while watching a movie. He's so fast and agile, I'd say he's the best I've seen. Sure, greyhounds may be faster on a flat run but they would shatter their legs if they made the kind of turns and cuts Mystic makes. He's mostly border collie, yet just enough of a mix that he doesn't have the obsessive traits that can sometimes make border collies tough to work with.
Anyhow, I've had Mystic on my mind-- and Sheila too, since I know it's incredibly hard for her to be away from him. But we do out best to carry on. Hopefully it's just an isolated incident and nothing that will plague him so much that his quality of life is affected. It's just frustrating sometimes to see a pure soul--even if it is a dog--have to endure hardships like this.
