Name: Trusted Friend Animal Clinic
Address: 5975 Roswell Rd, Ste C-309, Sandy Springs, GA, 30328, United States
Telephone: 404-907-1404
Price range: $

Please note: We will be closed on Monday, May 29th, in observance of Memorial Day!

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome Assessment

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Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome Assessment

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) is an irreversible degeneration of the brain similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans, characterized by progressive cognitive impairment beyond that expected to occur with aging. CDS has a slow onset, can be difficult to manage and affects an estimated 14% of dogs 8 years and older.

What is DISHAA?

D – Disorientation
I – Social Interactions
S – Sleep/Wake Cycles
H – Housesoiling, Learning, and Memory
A – Activity
A – Anxiety

DISHAA is a tool to help you and your veterinarian assess the mental acuity of your dog and for your veterinarian to potentially diagnose Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS).

Date *

Owner's Name *

First

Last

Email *

Pet's Name *

Breed *

Sex *

Male
Male (neutered)
Female
Female (spayed)

Age/Date of Birth *

Current Diet *

Body Condition Score (on a scale of 1-9) *

Click here to determine your dog's body condition score.

Please complete this canine senior pet cognitive assessment. If you’ve noticed changes in multiple behavioral categories, be sure to talk to your veterinarian today about the health of your pet’s aging brain.

Behavioral Signs

Identify signs that have arisen or progressed since eight years of age and older.

Score as 0 = none, 1 = mild, 2 = moderate, 3 = severe

Be sure to tally up your total score.

Disorientation

Gets stuck, difficulty getting around objects, goes to hinge side of door *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Stares blankly at walls, floor, or into space *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Does not recognize familiar people/familiar pets *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Gets lost in home or yard *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Less reactive to visual (sights) or auditory (sounds) stimuli *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Social Interactions

More irritable/fearful/aggressive with visitors, family or other animals *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Decreased interest in approaching, greeting or affection/petting *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Sleep/Wake Cycles

Pacing/restless/sleeps less/waking at night *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Vocalization at night *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Housesoiling, Learning, & Memory

Less able to learn new tasks or respond to previously learned commands/name/work *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Indoor soiling of urine or stool/decreased signaling to go out *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Difficulty getting dog’s attention/increased distraction/decreased focus *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Activity

Decrease in exploration or play with toys, family members, other pets *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Increased activity including aimless pacing or wandering *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Repetitive behaviors, e.g., circling chewing licking stargazing *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Anxiety

Increased anxiety when separated from owners *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

More reactive/fearful to visual (sights) or auditory (sounds) stimuli *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Increased fear of places/locations (e.g., new environments/going outdoors) *

0 - None
1 - Mild
2 - Moderate
3 - Severe

Quality Veterinary Care in Sandy Springs, GA

We have had the honor of providing the highest level of veterinary care to the community, and Trusted Friend Animal Clinic is committed to providing excellent care for you and your pet family for many years to come.

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Call

404-907-1404

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Address

5975 Roswell Rd, Ste C-309
Sandy Springs, GA 30328

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Email

info@trustedfriendvet.com

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Hours

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 6 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed

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