Current practices for diagnosis and management of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in the United States.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

There are currently no accepted guidelines for the diagnosis and management of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS). The objective of this study was to describe the current diagnostic and management practices regarding CCDS by veterinarians in the United States (US).

Methods

An anonymous online survey was distributed to veterinary practitioners from January to May 2025. The survey included questions regarding patient population, CCDS diagnosis and treatment and client interactions.

Results

A total of 318 survey responses were obtained from veterinarians who saw companion dogs regularly. Nearly all (97.2%) had made a diagnosis of CCDS in their career, citing patient history and clinical signs/ behavioral changes as the tools they use to make a diag

SUBMITTER: Simon KE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12605212 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature