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Can dogs have adhd?

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As awareness of ADHD increases in children, I'm occasionally asked if dogs can suffer from the same attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity. Technically, the answer is 'yes' – but it's very rare. It's unlikely your hyperactive or reactive dog has ADHD but either way, I can help… Overactive Dogs. read more

Dog ADHD: Overdiagnosed. That said, hyperactivity does exist in dogs. It is, however, greatly overdiagnosed. Hyperactivity, otherwise known as “hyperkinesis,” can be defined as dogs who display frenetic activity, abnormally short attention spans, and high impulsiveness. They can also demonstrate overbearing attention-seeking behavior. read more

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