The study’s authors, all from China’s Sun Yat-sen University, noted that it “remains unclear whether pet ownership is associated with cognitive decline and to what extent pet ownership mitigates the association between living alone and cognitive decline.”
The Pew Research Center reported in 2020 that 27% of American adults 60 and older live alone, and this figure is on the rise. Based on the Pew data, pet ownership would potentially benefit more than 20 million Americans.
Data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that 11% of American adults 45 and older experience cognitive decline. Among older adults with cognitive decline, 29% live alone, according to the CDC.
Aside from thinking and remembering, cognitive decline can affect things like doing household chores, socializing, taking medication and working outside the home, says the CDC.
“Loneliness is a potential mediator in the association of living alone with dementia among older adults. Contrary to living alone, pet ownership … is related to reduced loneliness, an important risk factor for dementia and cognitive decline,” the study says. “However, the association between pet ownership and the rate of cognitive decline has not been fully explored, and the existing findings remain controversial.”
The study’s authors emphasize that no current therapy effectively reverses cognitive decline or treats dementia.
“Thus, identifying high-risk populations and modifiable risk factors is crucial for formulating public health interventions and promoting healthy aging,” the authors wrote.
Natural Dog Company Training Treats for Small Dogs Peanut Butter & Jelly Description
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Training Treats For Small Dogs
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6.3 Calories Per Treat • 8 Ounce (226.7 g)
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Natural Ingredients
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Corn & Soy Free
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All Ages
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Made In USA
All dogs deserve treats, especially when they're working hard! Natural Dog Company Training Treats are perfect for rewarding every new skill or good behavior. Speed up the learning process with these highly motivating & delicious bite-sized treats.
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Low Calorie, High Value Treats
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Small Size Designed For Continuous Rewarding
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Free of Corn, Wheat and Soy
Directions
Feeding Instructions:
Use as a treat or training aid for your dog, intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only. provide your dog with plenty of fresh water, along with a balanced nutritional diet. Not intended for human consumption.
Free Of
Corn, wheat, soy, artificial flavoring and artificial preservatives.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Treat
Servings per Container: 0
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
| Guaranteed Analysis | ||
| Protein 11% (min) | ||
| Fat 6.5% (min) | ||
| Fiber 3.5% (max) | ||
| Moisture 25% (max) | ||
| Ash 3.5% | ||
Other Ingredients: Oat flour, pea flour, rice flour, coconut glycerin, molasses, pea fiber, coconut flour, peanut flour, coconut oil, flaxseed, strawberry powder, peanut butter flavor, strawberry flavor, salt, sorbic acid.
Calorie Contact (ME Calculated) 2850 Kcal/kg - 6.3 kcal per piece
Warnings
For canine use only. In case of accidental overdose, contact your veterinarian. This product does not meet the complete and balanced AAFCO food requirement. It is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only.
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