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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Signs of Mental Aging in Senior Dogs

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome describes the aging of our pet’s mental state. Treatment options do exist for pet’s demonstrating these signs:

· Pacing

· Wandering aimlessly

· Increased vocalization – whining

· Confusion

· Seems lost

· Refusing food

· Inappropriate toileting

· Changes in interaction with people



Treatment options:

· Prescription medication

· Early behavioral modification

· Dietary intervention

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