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Dogs Needed for Clinical Geriatric Study
Dr. Joe Bartges, Professor of Medicine and Nutrition
Ms. Tammy Moyers
Tel: (865) 974-8387Researchers at the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine are seeking participants for a clinical study evaluating an "anti-aging" supplement in geriatric dogs.
Dogs must be at least 7 years of age
Have no major health problems or behavioral problems (such as aggression)
They must consistently show at least one of the following:
disorientation or confusion
decreased responsiveness
irregular sleep patterns
decreased activity
decreased interactions with family members or other pets, or loss of house-training
For inclusion into the study, they must not have received the following medications in the 14 days prior to enrollment:
glucocorticoids
fatty acid supplements
vitamins C and/or E, S-adenosyl-methionine (SAMe)
fish oils
PetTabs®
Dermcaps®
Cosequin®.
THE STUDY:
The study involves collecting blood samples and other non-invasive testing at entry into the study, at 2 months, and at 6 months.
Dogs will receive either the supplement or a placebo.
All testing including a geriatric health screen will be paid for by the study and dogs that successfully complete the 6-month study period will receive 6 months' of the supplement at no charge
Owners will receive $150 for participation from the sponsoring company.
Sandra Harbison
Media Relations
UT College of Veterinary Medicine
865-974-7377