21% of elderly dogs suspected of showing symptoms of dementia

21% of elderly dogs suspected of showing symptoms of dementia

A 10-year-old male pet dog is seen in this photo taken Sept. 16, 2016. One in five pet dogs aged 8 and above -- 50 in human terms -- are suspected of showing symptoms of dementia similar to those of Alzheimer's disease in humans, a survey by a researcher at the Tokyo-based Nippon Veterinary and Life Science University showed on Nov. 2, 2016. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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