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Where can I get medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil for my dog?You can source a dog specific MCT oil through your local veterinarian or via online stores. We do not recommend using any MCT oil that isn't formulated for dogs or advised by your veterinarian.
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How long until I will see a benefit for my dog with dementia if I start giving them a medium-chain triglyceride?You should see benefits within 30 days of giving your dog the correct dose of a dog-formulated MCT oil TWICE daily.
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Is there a downside to feeding my dog a diet containing medium-chain triglycerides?There is no known downside to feeding medium-chain triglycerides to dogs with dementia and idiopathic epilepsy, as they have been shown to have potential health benefits.
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What is the evidence that medium-chain triglycerides can help with dementia and idiopathic epilepsy?There is a large foundation of evidence that medium-chain triglycerides may help improve cognitive function in both people and dogs with dementia and idiopathic epilepsy. In a study of dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, those that were fed a diet enriched with medium-chain triglycerides had significantly fewer seizures than those on a standard diet. Another study found that dogs with dementia who were fed a diet containing medium-chain triglycerides had improved cognitive function and reduced anxiety.
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What are medium-chain triglycerides?Medium-chain triglycerides are a type of fat that is found in coconut oil and other natural oils. They are metabolized differently than other types of fat, and they have been shown to have potential health benefits.
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