My dog has dementia. What care beyond Hills and CBD is there?

ACP is not a medicine to counteract dementia, it is just a sedative. I like to recommend a medicine called selegiline which works very well in dement dogs and cats, does not sedate them but helps with the anxiety involved. Dogs will be able sleep through the night again and will be less confused. You may want to discuss this with either your vet or get a second opinion. CBD has not been researched in veterinary medicine, so there is little experience and only anectdotal evidence. It is also not licensed for treatment yet, so I am afraid I cannot recommend it.

Maocai is adorable! Unfortunately prolonged/severe seizures can cause permanent brain damage and personality changes. Purina makes a prescription diet called Neurocare that is highly rated by owners of dogs with seizures, dementia and other cognitive issues. VetriScience also makes a senior multivitamin that is highly rated by owners who report that their dogs appear to be more alert and responsive after taking them regularly. I recommend inquiring with your veterinarian about a prescription for the Purina Neurocare diet. Good luck!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Coco. Canine cognitive dysfunction is common in older animals. It is somewhat similar to Alzheimer's disease in people. It is characterized by anxiety (especially at night), panting, pacing, becoming stuck in corners (due to disorientation) and accidents in the house. If these signs sound familiar, it would be best for her to see her veterinarian. There are prescription medications that can be used in some cases. At home though, you could transitioning her to Purina ProPlan Bright Minds. It really does seem to help these patients. I hope this information helps!

I’ve used it with success in my geriatric terrier. It helped him sleep better and be less anxious. I also gave Neutricks daily for his dementia. I have also used the prescription drug anipryl for cognitive dysfunction but I usually try the Solliquin and Neutricks first. Keeping to a set daily routine helps in addition to daily moderate exercise. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Haikko.

Hello, and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. No over-the-counter diet is likely to have a significant impact on your dog’s symptoms. Your best option would be a prescription food formulated for brain support such as Purina NeuroCare, as tremors may indicate a neurological disorder. However, since it’s a prescription diet you’ll have to have your dog seen by your vet first, and then they can help determine if a diet change is the best course of action. I hope this helps!

Hello. Actually, we do see a type of sundowners in elderly dogs. We call the canine cognitive dysfunction. Some dogs do quite well on a medication called selegemine, others do well on Trazodone, while others need Xanax & melatonin. You will need to visit with your veterinarian who can recommend the best options for Cinnamon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

As of yet, we have very little research on CBD oil in veterinary patients, so we cannot make any recommendations one way or the other about this product - we do not know what an appropriate dose might be, and if there are any potential health concerns or drug interactions in dogs. In addition, because it's a schedule 1 drug, it's illegal for us to prescribe or recommend. At home, you can give Shadow canned food and add water to it to get more moisture into her. Take her out frequently to urinate. You can also get a kidney formulated diet from her vet, which will help as well. Best of luck.