Harry's in the hospital

Gosh Lauren, I'm so sorry to hear this.  I can only imagine how scared and worried you must be.  I will say a prayer that Harry is okay, but please let us know. 

You must be a nervous wreck right now. I will say a prayer for a quick diagnosis and a full, speedy recovery.

UPDATE-

He's been not convulsing since he got the meds to stop the seizures. The doctor is still baffled as to what could cause a perfectly healthy young dog to begin convulsing and has completely ruled out toxins. He seems to have stabilized a bit but the doctor is supposed to call us if he takes a turn for the worse. He's just resting for the rest of today and tomorrow we will probably be making some decisions about what kinds of tests to run on him. The doctor recommended a scan of his brain and some sort of spinal tap. the scan itself costs $1200 and I'm not sure about the other tests. We've already run all kinds of bloodwork. The vet is concerned about brain damage as the first seizure lasted a good 30 minutes but he seems to have all feeling still in his extremities.

Keep him in your thoughts and prayers please.

gosh sure will keep him in prayers and good thoughts -- I have a friend who does epi dog rescue down near Austin, and she knows a lot of things that may help you.  Feel free to email me and I'll send you her contact info. 
 
Did you by any chance do any housecleaning this weekend?  (I know the vet's working on this, but from my limited knowledge I know that's one of the first things Rita always asks - particularly if you use pine cleaner)
 
Before you bring him home ask the vet for valium to bring home with you -- you can use that to calm him down to help reduce the risk of clustering.

Thanks a bunch for the well wishes.  I really really appreciate it.
 
Just got off the phone with Kathryn. (the breeder)  She called Don (the stud's owner) and they've both looked at each side of the pedigree three generations and found nothing.  Don's getting in touch with Chie in Japan I think and they're both looking through all uncles, aunts, and cousins for any signs.  Neither has produced an epileptic dog before and both are taking this very seriously, which I am extremely greatful for.  Kathryn is offering us another dog from her next litter if worst comes to worst, but we told her we didn't want to think about that right now at all...  Kathryn is keping us updated on the pedigree scouring and we're keeping them updated on the vet's findings.
Our vet, Tracy who is a friend and has papillons, is working with the 24 hour emergency vet.  She wants to take him off of the medication to see if he relapses, so that's what's being done tonight.  He's under watch 24/7.  If it re-occurs then it's most likely it is something he'll need to be medicated for for his whole life.  She thinks it might be a version of juvenille epilepsy only it's very odd there is not a case known in the line.  She's got a friend of hers that is an equine vet that could get an MRI done on him (they treat small animals too) for a cheaper price than the $1200 estimated.  There's a lot of people working to help us with our little boy. 
Just wanted to let you all know we're doing eveything possible for him.

I'm so sorry to hear about Harry; I'll definitely keep him in my prayers.

Praying that Harry is doing better, and that you are okay too. Hope you find an answer soon!

Amy

OMG!  Lauren , I'm just now Reading this.  I know Harry's in good human hands & you're doing all you can for him.  I'm asking Lucy for some canine intervention.  I'm asking her to look over Harry & the Doctors. 
 
PLEASE keep us up on how Harry is doing.  Aspen sends you Pappy kisses.

Lauren -- rayers and healing thoughts going out for Harry (and for you too) as you try to find out what's happened to cause his seizures.  Bless his little heart. 
 
Please keep us updated. 

UPDATE-

Harry woke up about 9 pm last night and ate fine. He had a normal bowel movement as well at the vet's. At 12 am or so he began having seizures again and was put back on medication. They still don't know what's wrong. They're keeping him on the meds for 72 hours now and then going to see where to go from there. They said the only reason they'd want to rush things is if we couldn't afford the long term vet care, but we told them money is not a concern right now... Lookds like he'll have the MRI done on Thursday to rule out brain tumors. We're just trying to get him through this and pinpoint what's going on. He's our main concern but we're also concerned about his relations and especially his sister until it's ruled out as being genetic. Right now they say his condition is 'guarded'.

Now to wait out the next 72 hours...

I'm so sorry to hear he had another siezure.  Poor guy.  I hope they find out what's causing this and that it can be treated easily.  Please let us know what you hear.  I know the wait will be difficult but it sounds like he's in good hands.

OMG Laurelin, I just saw this I am heart sick. This is so weird. That poor little boy, we are sending him pap kisses from Jersey and lighting a candle for him too. Please keep us informed. And try to hang in there.

He just died in his sleep.  I'm in shock.

Oh my, Laurelin, I am so sorry. Prayers and hugs to you. Harry, run free sweet baby.