Myoclonus in geriatric dogs and its association with canine cognitive dysfunction: an online survey

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Samira Moana Brühl · University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation

Holger Andreas Volk · University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation

K Rohn · University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation

Nina Meyerhoff · University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Foundation

Abstract

Myoclonus was commonly co-reported alongside CADES-defined CCD by respondents. Although no statistically significant association between CCD and myoclonus was detected, CCD should be considered among the differential diagnosis in geriatric dogs presenting with myoclonus, particularly in the context of concurrent cognitive decline.

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Human-Animal Interaction Studies Veterinary Oncology Research Veterinary Medicine and Surgery

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Published in: Frontiers in Veterinary Science

Volume 13, pp. 1745264-1745264

DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2026.1745264

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Myoclonus in geriatric dogs and its association with canine cognitive dysfunction: an online survey

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