Sentences with phrase «of canine cognitive dysfunction»

Also, as some dogs age, they may also develop the first signs of canine cognitive dysfunction which can make them prone to becoming anxious when they're separated from their family.

It can also be a symptom of canine cognitive dysfunction.

Signs of canine cognitive dysfunction (or «dog dementia») are found in 50 % of dogs over age 11.

Early signs of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome: pacing, crying, barking without apparent reason, loss of appetite, repeated attempts to get into small spaces, getting stuck in small spaces, diminishing interaction with family members, lack of recognition of family members, turning away from previously «favorite» family members, loss of house - training, sudden fascination with mirrors and staring into them, appearing hypnotized, appearing «lost.»

Also, you didn't mention your dog's age, but what you describe could be symptomatic of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (canine Alzheimer's).

Recently, the veterinary literature has discussed a group of age - related changes in dogs and grouped them together under the heading of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome.

One cause of canine cognitive dysfunction is thought to be a depletion of dopamine, a chemical neurotransmitter vital to normal brain function.

Senior dogs with signs of canine cognitive dysfunction may benefit from the drug Anipryl.

The signs of canine cognitive dysfunction are progressive with time, and are commonly missed early on in the manifestation of disease, or written off as age related quirky behavior.