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Clinical Pathology Meeting by Starcross VIOs 14/10/26 @ 7:30pm
Via Zoom
Liz Nabb & other speakers
Private vets and Veterinary Investigation Officers at APHA Starcross will jointly present interesting cases in farmed species that have passed through the postmortem room in the last year.
New insights into canine cognitive dysfunction
18 November 2026
Talk by Tom Cardy
BSc BVetMed (Hons) MVetMed PhD DipECVN MRCVS
EBVS® European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology
RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Neurology
New insights into canine cognitive dysfunction
Canine/Feline Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CCDS or FCDS) is a common, progressive neurodegenerative condition in both ageing dogs and cats, yet it remains heavily under-recognised by owners and under-diagnosed by vets. In dogs, one study found over 15% of older dogs affected by CCDS but only 1.9% diagnosed. In cats, FCDS signs are seen in over a quarter of those aged 11–14 and more than half of those over 15. This talk covers the neuropathology shared by both species and the key risk factors for development of the condition. It also covers the clinical signs, using DISHAA for dogs and VISHDAAL for cats, where night-time vocalisation is often the first thing owners notice. It then works through a practical, species-specific diagnostic approach, from screening questionnaires to ruling out mimics such as hypertension, hyperthyroidism, chronic kidney disease and osteoarthritis. Finally, it reviews the evidence for multimodal management, including nutrition, enrichment, environmental adaptation and medication, to slow decline and protect quality of life.
Learning objectives
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Recognise the key clinical signs of cognitive dysfunction syndrome in dogs and cats, and the differences between the two species.
- Differentiate CDS from common mimics and comorbidities, including feline-specific conditions such as hypertension, hyperthyroidism and chronic kidney disease.
- Apply appropriate cognitive screening tools and a structured diagnostic work-up in first-opinion practice.
- Build an evidence-based, species-appropriate management plan combining diet, enrichment, environmental adaptation and medication.
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