[en] With advancements in veterinary care and the growing recognition of pets as integral member of the family, the lifespans of dogs and cats have significantly increased, leading to a higher prevalence of age-related conditions, including cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS). CDS adversely impacts pets' quality of life and presents emotional and practical challenges for owners. Given its similarities to Alzheimer's disease in humans, CDS has gained attention as a target for nutrition-based interventions aimed at preserving cognitive function. This systematic review evaluates the efficacy of enriched diets and nutraceuticals in improving cognition in aging companion animals. A literature search was conducted using PubMed, CAB Abstracts, Web of Science, and Dimensions to identify clinical trials published in English that investigated the effects of enriched diets or nutraceuticals on cognitive functions in aged cats or dogs. Study quality was assessed using a modified CAMARADES checklist. A total of 30 studies (27 canine and 2 feline trials) published between 2002 and 2023 were reviewed. Studies on enriched diets generally demonstrated higher methodological quality compared to those on supplements. Omega-3 fatty acids showed cognitive benefits in aging pets, especially at higher doses, while antioxidants from plant extracts and products and vitamins E and C alone were less effective but remain essential for stabilizing omega-3 fatty acids. Other supplements, including S-adenosyl methionine, medium-chain triglycerides, homotaurine, and apoaequorin, also showed promise. However, future studies must standardize protocols, include robust control groups, and utilize both objective tasks and subjective questionnaires to strengthen conclusions.
Disciplines :
Veterinary medicine & animal health
Author, co-author :
Blanchard, Tiphaine ; GenPhySE, Université de Toulouse, INRAE, ENVT, 31326, Castanet Tolosan, France. tiphaine.blanchard@envt.fr ; Lallemand SAS, 31700, Blagnac, France. tiphaine.blanchard@envt.fr ; Service Alimentation - ENVT, 23 Chemin Des Capelles, 31300, Toulouse, France. tiphaine.blanchard@envt.fr
Eppe, Justine ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Fundamental and Applied Research for Animals and Health (FARAH) > FARAH: Productions animales durables
Mugnier, Amélie; Lallemand SAS, 31700, Blagnac, France
Delfour, Fabienne; ILCB- Aix Marseille Université, 13284, Marseille, France
Meynadier, Annabelle; GenPhySE, Université de Toulouse, INRAE, ENVT, 31326, Castanet Tolosan, France
Language :
English
Title :
Enhancing cognitive functions in aged dogs and cats: a systematic review of enriched diets and nutraceuticals.
Publication date :
18 January 2025
Journal title :
Geroscience
ISSN :
2509-2715
eISSN :
2509-2723
Publisher :
Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Switzerland
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