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Shorter front‑leg stride linked to cognitive decline in older dogs (Level B2) — person walking beside Golden retriever on the street
25 Jun 2026

Shorter front‑leg stride linked to cognitive decline in older dogs

A study found that cognitive decline in older dogs is linked to shorter front‑limb (thoracic) stride length. The result could help veterinarians detect dementia earlier and monitor a dog’s condition over time.

Photo by Andriyko Podilnyk, Unsplash