CAPS: Doggone it, dogs also get dementia

Dear Reader, a recent headline about walking and dementia caught my eye, and I read it with rapt attention. Yes, walking your dog can actually help both you and your dog stave off the ravages of dementia.

Two studies offer data with the precise amounts of walking to protect you and your BFF’s brain. One of the studies monitored the activities of 15,019 dogs. The other tracked the daily steps of 78,430 men and women. After examination, one conclusion from both studies was that being physically active lowers the risk of dementia in both people and dogs.

Yes, your BFF can get dementia, and as they age it is common. The disease is similar in both people and their furry friends. Canine Cognitive Dysfunction is the formal name for dog dementia.

The number one aspect that correlates with memory loss is aging. As dogs age, there can be problems with hearing and sight, which also affect memory.

Of factors affecting a dog staving off dementia including, breed, sterilization, gender, and physical activity, the only one to show a definite positive effect is physical activity. Inactive dogs are 6.5 times more likely to have dementia than highly active dogs that are the same age.

Taking your dog for a walk for just 3,800 steps can lower his risk for dementia. A bonus is that people who averaged about 9,800 steps a day were half as likely to develop dementia as sedentary people. So what are you waiting for? No dog? CAPS can hook you up with a BFF who can help you make and protect memories.

LOOKING FOR A HOME

We have three adorable five to seven-month-old puppies – one girl and two boys.

We also have seven fluffy kittens ages five to eight months – four boys and three girls in a rainbow of colors. All our babies need foster homes. Call 775-7500 for details.

IN NEED OF

• Folks to come to our spaghetti feed. The details follow.
• Folks, to sign up for Free money for CAPS with the AmazonSmile Program details following.
• Fancy Feast kitten wet food.
• Cat litter (clump) for our guests’ comfort.
• Aluminum cans. We will pick up your cans; give us a call at 775-423-7500. You can also drop them off at CAPS.

SHOUT OUT TO

Our kennel workers who have braved the rain, snow, and cold keeping our guests safe. You are the heart and soul of our shelter!

OVER THE RAINBOW

Our sweet Biscuit left us on 5/2022. Loved by everyone he is missed by his Mama, Grammies, BFF Maggie, and all his family. XO Mavis

COME SEE US

On Jan. 13, we are hosting a spaghetti dinner and silent auction at Epworth Methodist Church. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. We are serving spaghetti with a choice of meat, marinara, or white sauce, bread, a green salad, and ice cream. The cost is $12 per person, $20 for two, and $40 for four. Join us for dinner and support CAPS.

CAPS is open to the public on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We suggest appointments for adoptions and food pantry.

DON’T FORGET

• January Holiday: Answer Your Cat’s Question.
• Register in the AmazonSmile program, a website operated by Amazon. Customers enjoy the same selection of products, low prices, and shopping features as on Amazon.com. The only difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com), the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organization selected by you.
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• CAPS’ mailing address is P.O. Box 5128, Fallon, NV 89407. CAPS’ phone number is 775-423-7500. CAPS’ email address is caps@cccomm.net. Please visit the CAPS website (www.capsnevada.com) and Facebook page (Churchill Animal Protection Society). Be sure to “Like” CAPS on Facebook because we are likeable.
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Kathleen Williams-Miller is a CAPS volunteer, contact her at jkwmil@outlook.com.