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The Lack of Boosting for Aging Dogs

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  Supplements and specific interventions can aid in maintaining cognitive function in aging dogs as many effective strategies do not require supplements with mental stimulation, physical exercise, social interaction, a balanced diet and consistent routines. As regular veterinary care can significantly contribute to maintaining cognitive health in aging dogs combined with a loving and supportive environment can help ensure that aging dogs remain as sharp and happy as possible. As dogs age, they can experience cognitive decline, similar to humans as this cognitive decline often referred to as canine cognitive dysfunction can manifest in various ways. This includes decreased responsiveness, disorientation, disrupted sleep patterns and changes in social interactions and accumulation of nad - free radicals can damage brain cells as chronic inflammation can impair cognitive function. Similar to Alzheimer's in humans, dogs can develop amyloid plaques and other brain changes as the brain&#