{"id":546328,"date":"2024-03-07T17:29:51","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T22:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/?p=546328"},"modified":"2024-05-29T01:49:08","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T05:49:08","slug":"cognitive-dysfunction-in-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/ask-the-vet\/cognitive-dysfunction-in-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Cognitive Dysfunction in Cats (CDS): Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n

\n Click to Skip Ahead \n <\/path>\n <\/svg>\n <\/p>\n

\n
\n \r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/path>\r\n <\/svg> <\/div>\n
\n <\/span>\n \nCognitive Dysfunction in Cats<\/a>
\nSigns<\/a>
\n\u00a0Causes<\/a>
\nDiagnosis<\/a>
\nCare Tips<\/a>
\nFrequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/a>
\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Our cats are beloved members of our families, living longer and healthier lives than ever before. It’s important to realize that with longer lifespans, veterinarians and pet owners are seeing age-related changes in our feline family members, including cognitive changes.<\/p>\n

\"3<\/p>\n

What Is Cognitive Dysfunction in Cats?<\/h2>\n

Feline cognitive dysfunction is also referred to as kitty dementia. Cognitive dysfunction is a gradual change that happens over an extended period. Rapid changes may have a different underlying cause.<\/p>\n

Typically, brain and cognitive changes occur in senior cats, with them often at least 10 to 15 years old. Cats of any breed can develop cognitive dysfunction.<\/p>\n

What Are the Signs of Cognitive Dysfunction in Cats?<\/h2>\n

Signs of cognitive dysfunction vary between cats, with some showing only one or two signs that are difficult to detect and others with significantly more. Some of the signs to watch for include:<\/p>\n

\n