Nutritional Support for the Canine Brain

Duration: 53:27

Valarie Tynes, DVM · April 13, 2021
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Course Description

Canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome, a progressive, irreversible, degenerative brain condition affects a large percentage of aging dogs and has the potential to greatly decrease the quality of their latter years. Some medications may be helpful in slowing the progression of the disease but there are also numerous supplements and other nutritional strategies that can help reduce the risk factors associated with cognitive decline and support brain health.

Things to Learn

• Attendees will gain a superficial understanding of the causes of canine cognitive decline as we currently understand them.
• Attendees will learn some easy tips for recognizing cognitive decline in dogs.
• Attendees will learn about the currently available neuroprotective supplements and the research that supports their use.
• Attendees will also learn some additional tips for behavioral enrichment for the senior pet.

About Instructor

Valarie Tynes, DVM

Dr. Valarie Tynes is a native Texan and received her DVM from Texas A&M University. She worked in private practice for 14 years before returning to academia to pursue a residency in clinical animal behavior at the University of California at Davis in 2000. She has been a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists since 2003 and is also Board Certified in Animal Welfare. Her special interests are the behavior and welfare of pet pigs, exotic pets and zoo animals.

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  • 1 Lesson
  • 1 Quiz
  • Course Certificate