Did you know that epilepsy can affect cats and dogs? If you own a Maine Coon cat or a cat of any breed then you should talk to your vet about epilepsy and how it might affect your cat. In general, epilepsy is a brain disorder that can cause animals to have sudden, uncontrollable seizures. These seizures are most often recurring and may or may not cause the animal to pass out. If your Maine Coon is suffering from seizures, contact your vet immediately. Some experts believe seizures are an “uncoordinated firing of neurons” within the cerebrum portion of the brain. The reasons for this are unknown; however, it is thought that, like humans, the neurotransmitters are not in a “proper chemical balance” so the activity is not coordinated as it should be. Main Coons suffering from epilepsy may have periodic occurrences of seizures, convulsions, or even fits. If this happens, contact your veterinary clinic Lafayette, LA.