There were 24 thousand dogs analyzed by biologists, veterinarians and scientists through the Dog Aging Project program. Research suggests lower chances of developing disease and cognitive improvement in dogs fed once a day.
Information was collected between 2019 and 2020 from dogs aged 1 to 18 years. Cognitive research focused on dogs from 6 years old, as researchers believe that this is when the loss of cognition begins.
+Sale of dogs and cats in pet shops will be prohibited in France
“Controlling for sex, age, breed and other potential confounders, we found that dogs fed once a day had lower average scores on a cognitive dysfunction scale and less chance of developing disease,” says the study, which is still in progress. pre-print stage of Dog Aging Project .
Do not change the power on your own
Preliminary research does not mean that all dogs should change their feeding frequency. The guidance of a veterinary professional is necessary to evaluate each case and monitor the pet.
The post Feeding dogs once a day can lead to healthier aging, says a study that first appeared in ISTOÉ MONEY.
#Feeding #dogs #day #lead #healthier #aging