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Tears Over Reason Senior Dog With Dementia Does ‘U-turn’ Right Before Bed

Tears Over Reason Senior Dog With Dementia Does ‘U-turn’ Right Before Bed

Summary

A viral TikTok video features a senior dog named Max with dementia, who makes a U-turn before bed to get his nighttime snack. Max, a 16-year-old Chorkie, has gained attention for his routine, sharing a heartwarming moment that has resonated with dog lovers. Max's owner, Sandra Bond, appreciates these moments with Max and his twin sister Pumpkin, as both dogs exceed their typical lifespan.

Key Facts

  • A TikTok video of a senior dog named Max has gained 1.8 million views.
  • Max is a 16-year-old Chorkie, a mix between a Chihuahua and a Yorkshire Terrier.
  • Max has canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome, like dementia in humans.
  • Max made a U-turn from heading to bed to get his nightly snack.
  • Chorkies have a fast metabolism and need to eat small amounts often.
  • Max and his twin sister, Pumpkin, have both outlived the average Chorkie lifespan.
  • Max has other health problems including arthritis, a stomach tumor, and blindness.
  • The video garnered over 351,000 likes and 1,600 comments on TikTok.

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