Dogs that are experiencing cognitive issues sleep less ‘deeply’ at night, and hence, they tend to sleep more during the day.*
A sudden or unexplained increase or decrease in hunger might be triggered by cognitive issues.*
If your dog begins to forget familiar commands or has trouble responding to them, that may suggest poor circulation to the brain which is a direct cause of early cognitive decline.*
Early cognitive changes could lead to heightened irritability, resulting in unexpected displays of aggression or impatience.*
Trouble navigating around furniture or bumping into objects, especially in the early morning or nighttime, may suggest spatial awareness cognitive problems.*
Restless pacing or frequent circling without an apparent reason could indicate early cognitive issues.
Unexplained whining, barking, or howling, particularly at night, can be an early sign of cognitive dysfunction.
The root cause of memory loss and dog dementia isn't simply "ageing", or what the multi-billion dollar dog food industry has told you. Instead, after years of research, award-winning doctor of veterinary medicine Dr. Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVFT) believes that the real secret to maintaining your dog's alertness, playfulness, and their overall happiness as they age lies in something called the "glymphatic system."
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