Enrichment & Cognition

A neurologist's case for treating mental enrichment, not just a tired body, as the real fix for a dog left alone during the day.

A neurologist's breakdown of what chewing and puzzle-solving actually do for a bored dog's brain and body — and how to pick between them.

A veterinary neurologist compares food-dispensing toys and treat balls across a dog's life stages, weighing the evidence on enrichment, eating speed, and joint-friendly play.

A neurologist's look at what puzzle feeders and slow feeder bowls each do physiologically, which problem calls for which, and how to combine them across a dog's life.

A veterinary neurologist's guide to why dogs pace, pant, and can't calm down at night — from arthritis pain and sundowning to routine fixes that actually help.