Our pets can now live much longer lives, yet they face an increased risk of cognitive decline similar to human dementia as they grow older. In canines, the disorder is called cognitive dysfunction ...
A time will come in life when our dogs’ muzzles will start graying. Then we find our dog standing in the middle of the living room with a confused expression on his face. We can’t help but think, “Did ...
Not so good news for man’s best friend. While our furry companions may be living longer, they also face a higher risk of developing harmful conditions, like “dog dementia.” And just like in humans, ...
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) is a neurodegenerative syndrome affecting aged dogs and is considered the animal counterpart to human dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. CCD manifests as ...
Smaller dogs can live up to twice as long as their larger counterparts, research from Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary shows. And yet, this longevity is accompanied by an increased rate of canine ...
Subtle behavior changes in older dogs can signal a brain disorder. New guidelines explain what to watch for and how CCDS is ...
Dogs are sticking around longer these days, and with those extra years come new challenges, especially ones that many owners ...
Not so good news for man’s best friend. While our furry companions may live longer, they also face a higher risk of developing harmful conditions, like “dog dementia.” And just like in humans, signs ...