Relevant canine cognition evidence, but it does not demonstrate an ageing-prevention effect or extended life from standalone MCT oil.
The atlas separates a biological hypothesis, a canine or feline measurement, a controlled clinical result and a commercial longevity claim. They are not interchangeable.
What was actually measured?
Six Owner-Observed Behavioral Signs Of Cognitive Dysfunction
prospective double-blinded placebo-controlled clinical studySenior client-owned dogs with cognitive dysfunction signs were randomized to one of three diets.
87 senior dogs; 29 randomized to each diet group · the study reported improvement in behavioral measures for the tested enriched diets
LimitationMCT was combined with a multi-nutrient blend, so a standalone ingredient effect cannot be isolated.
No human-to-pet conversion.
No dose is provided. The studied interventions were formulated diets and clinical participants were screened; human MCT instructions are not transferable.
“Pet supplement” is not a universal legal category.
FDA does not recognise a separate dietary-supplement category for animal products; depending on intended use, products are regulated as animal food or animal drugs. Disease-treatment or prevention claims can indicate new-animal-drug intent.
Open FDA source →Trace every material statement.
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