Becky Forman joins Louise and Michelle once again on Canicross Conversations, this time with a very personal update.

Her German Shorthaired Pointer, Bronson, has been diagnosed with epilepsy, and Becky talks openly about the confusion, the fear, the medication merry-go-round, and the change that finally gave the family some breathing space.

Bronson's episodes started at around 14 months old. At first he just seemed "drunk", wobbly and a bit unwell. Over time they became more frequent and more severe, until a specialist confirmed they were seizures. Becky shares what they've learned about triggers, how they managed day to day, what to do during a seizure, and why she wishes they'd started medication sooner.

Since switching Bronson to a raw diet on 1st June, he hasn't had a seizure. Becky is clear this isn't a cure and it won't work for every dog, but it has given them their life back.

NB This is Becky's own experience and not veterinary advice. If your dog is having seizures, please speak to your vet or a specialist.

- 01:16 How it all started

- 06:02 The medication "honeymoon period"

- 07:16 Triggers and the gentle wake-up routine

- 11:02 Seizures after sedation

- 12:10 Why every seizure matters

- 14:05 How long is too long, and cluster seizures

- 16:25 Ten tablets a day and the side effects

- 18:50 The diet change

- 21:15 Why keto is the key

- 24:13 What happened with Lexi

- 27:46 What the vet thinks

- 30:28 Is it hereditary?

- 32:33 Why you should report it to your breed coordinator

- 35:38 Is Bronson still running?

- 38:42 Vaccines and flea treatments

- 39:57 Becky's advice if you're at the start of this journey

- 41:09 Where to find Becky

Follow @lexi_and_bronson on Instagram and look for the post titled Epilepsy. Becky's inbox is open if you want to share your story or just need someone who understands.

Michelle and Louise are back for their SIXTH season.

They share what they've been up to over summer, and invite listeners to support Janey in her Great British Dog Jog while she runs the length of Sri Lanka.

How to get involved in the Great British Dog Jog

• Donate £5 to Janey's fundraising page here
• Do a run of 5k or more with your dog(s) between 12th and 31st October 2026
• Tag us on Instagram when you're done at @canicrossconversations @janeythevet @wecare_srilanka

It’s just Louise and Michelle for this one a quick catch-up before Canicross Conversations breaks for the summer.

In this episode:

• Season five is a wrap and season six kicks off Friday 4th September
• Some brilliant stats: 75,000 downloads, 34,000 listeners, and 215 episodes released since launch with only 25% of listeners based in the UK
• A shoutout to the most-downloaded episodes this year, including Dr Juliet McGratton on running through menopause, Emily on canicross with a nervous dog, Annika and Felicia from the Swedish and Danish teams, and the Trailbreak episode
• Louise and Michelle’s own favourite episodes to record, including the ones with Emma and with Janie the Vet
• A call for support for JD, who’s running the length of Sri Lanka in October for her rescue and vet centre charity ideas welcome for how listeners and clubs could get involved
• A search for podcast sponsorship, plus an open call for guest suggestions (dog-related or not!) for season six

Follow along over the break: Canicross Conversations is on Instagram and Facebook. You can also find Michelle at Miles with Michelle and Louise at Studio44 Pilates, where she’s sharing regular exercises to build leg strength and help keep you injury-free before canicross season starts back up.

Back on Friday 4th September have a great summer!