Different types of canines are prone to occasional or frequent bouts of epilepsy including the Scottish Terrier. Call your vet right away if you notice your Scottish Terrier having convulsions, fits, or uncontrollable movements. These actions may be due to epilepsy. Canine epilepsy is a brain disorder that can cause your dog to have sudden, uncontrollable seizures. Many experts believe the seizures occur due to a confusion of neuron firings in the cerebrum of the brain. The cause for the confusion is unknown. Suggested causes for the seizures; however, may include congenital defects, diabetes, hypoglycemia, low oxygen levels in the blood, kidney disorders, liver disorders, infections, brain tumors, toxins, fevers, hyperthermia, trauma, medications, or idiopathic epilepsy (genetic disorder). Although the triggers for a seizure are not known, it is believed that more seizures occur when animals are excited. Some dogs; however, may have seizures in their sleep. Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian Omaha, NE about causes and treatments.