https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-subtle-physical-clue-that-could-indicate-your-dog-has-dementiaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-subtle-physical-clue-that-could-indicate-your-dog-has-dementiahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-subtle-physical-clue-that-could-indicate-your-dog-has-dementia#u21056Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:07:06 +0000New research indicates that changes in how older dogs walk can be an early warning sign of cognitive decline. Specifically, shorter strides in the front legs may appear before memory loss occurs. These gait changes are linked to dementia rather than just aging or joint pain.What's confirmed:Shorter strides in senior dogs may be an early warning sign of dementia.Cognitive decline in dogs is linked to changes in stride length.Shorter front-leg strides can signal dementia before memory loss begins.Changes in gait are associated with cognitive decline rather than just sore joints or aging.Still un