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Understanding Canine Cognitive Dysfunction: Signs and Support
12/7/2025
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Story summary
- Canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) affects aging dogs and resembles dog dementia, with symptoms such as confusion, anxiety, altered sleep patterns, and aimless pacing.
- Veterinary neurologist Dr. Abbe Crawford notes these signs can be mistaken for normal aging, leading to underdiagnosis.
- The DISHAA Scale helps assess cognitive decline by monitoring symptoms across domains.
- There is no cure for CCD.
- Veterinarians can provide medications and environmental adjustments to improve the dog's comfort.
