My senior dog has dementia. What are ACP alternatives or CBD risks?

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My dog is 15 has dementia and been prescribed acp which after reading up on it not sure i want to givr him this any alternatives and thoughts on cbd for dogs. Pet's info: Dog | English Springer Spaniel | Male | neutered | 14 years and 9 months old | 0 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

ACP is not a medicine to counteract dementia, it is just a sedative. I like to recommend a medicine called selegiline which works very well in dement dogs and cats, does not sedate them but helps with the anxiety involved. Dogs will be able sleep through the night again and will be less confused. You may want to discuss this with either your vet or get a second opinion. CBD has not been researched in veterinary medicine, so there is little experience and only anectdotal evidence. It is also not licensed for treatment yet, so I am afraid I cannot recommend it.

My senior dog has dementia. What are ACP alternatives or CBD risks?

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