EARLY AGING

It has been ascertained that chronic stress, anxiety and impulsivity are strongly predisposing factors for the loss of pigment, visible as early progressive graying in the dog (and in our species), this while promoting aging.
In general, complex cascades of metabolic events occur, including the accumulation of oxidative radicals, the increase in circulating and concentrated cortisol in the hair, the increase in adrenaline and the imbalance of the serotonergic system.
The fear of being alone, the social fears (of foreign dogs, of unknown people) the non-social fears (of loud noises, gunshots and thunderstorms) are all connected to these events capable of reducing the quality of life and even shortening it.
Professionals like us Veterinarians, can notice early graying (especially between 1 and 4 years of life) and dwell with more in-depth investigations on the possible risk factors in a particular individual, to understand if something can be changed in his routine.
Particular that emerges from the latest study on the subject, females are more vulnerable.