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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emily Blackwell and Sara Lawrence-Mills

The eight subtle signs your cat may have dementia

Feline cognitive dysfunction syndrome is known as feline dementia - (Getty/iStock)

Many cat owners don’t realise that just like humans, cats can suffer from dementia. A recent paper has even found many similarities between feline and human dementia, finding that cognitive impairment may develop in similar ways.

Some of the symptoms of dementia in cats are even similar to what we might see in humans – though not all of them, of course. Knowing what signs to look out for is important so you can provide your cat with the best care during this phase of its life.

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