chewing gum fit
n.— «One type of seizure that affects the head, and is unique to distemper, is sometimes referred to as a “chewing gum fit” because the dog appears to be chewing gum.» —“Canine Distemper” by Kathy Zoofer Dec. 8, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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Is a chewing gum fit that was caused by distemper vaccine permanent? Has it caused brain damage?