Like people, older dogs can show signs of age-related cognitive decline, shares Jerry Klein, DVM. With a growing population of senior dogs, combining diet, physical exercise and behavioral enrichment can help combat cognitive decline and the more serious cognitive dysfunction syndrome.
Source: AKC, August 28, 2024. Link.
Any time an animal shows noticeable changes to his personality or behavior, he should be checked by the veterinarian to make certain that there is not an underlying health problem causing the change.”
INSIGHTS: Using seven years as a benchmark in practice management records, consider sending this article ahead of senior dog check-up appointments. It is also good content for newsletters and social media.