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A veterinarian in scrubs gently holds a Boston Terrier wearing a colorful bandana, while another veterinarian in the background examines a Border Collie in an exam room.

Scientific Results: An open science study of ageing in companion dogs

Published on July 15, 2026

The key takeaway for families with dogs is that ongoing research into dog aging can lead to significant improvements in their pets’ health and longevity. By staying informed about new findings from the Dog Aging Project and working closely with their veterinarians, dog owners can help ensure their pets live happier, healthier lives.

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Scientific Results: Dog Models of Aging

Published on October 18, 2024

The key takeaway for families with dogs is that ongoing research into dog aging can lead to significant improvements in their pets’ health and longevity. By staying informed about new findings from the Dog Aging Project and working closely with their veterinarians, dog owners can help ensure their pets live happier, healthier lives.

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Scientific Results: Reproductive capability is associated with lifespan and cause of death in companion dogs

Published on March 1, 2024

By choosing to sterilize their dogs, dog owners have inadvertently carried out a large-scale epidemiological study on the consequences of effectively eliminating the ability to reproduce.

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How Did the Dog Aging Project Begin?

Published on June 24, 2019

It was 2007. I had been working on the biology of aging for almost 20…

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What is the Dog Aging Project?

Published on June 10, 2019

What an exciting week at the Dog Aging Project! After several years of hard work,…

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