Our podcast, Longevity for Dogs, explores the science of canine health and aging. Join us as we discuss the cutting-edge science behind canine health and aging, from breakthrough research to practical insights that could transform your dog’s future. Whether you’re curious about the biology of aging or eager to discover what’s reshaping canine wellness, we’re here to help you and your best friend thrive.
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- About the GuestDr. Ben Harrison is a Senior Scientist in the UW Medicine | Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the University of Washington. Ben holds a PhD in genetics from the University of Wisconsin. His work focuses on metabolomics, aging biology, mortality risk prediction, and the integration of […]
- ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Matt Kaeberlein is co-founder of the Dog Aging Project and President of The Dog Aging Institute Board of Directors. Matt is a leading longevity researcher and holds degrees in biochemistry and mathematics from Western Washington University, and a doctorate in Biology from MIT. In this episode, he […]
- ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Janice O’Brien is a postdoctoral researcher at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. Janice is a veterinary epidemiologist and former US Army veterinarian. She has a degree in materials science engineering from MIT, and a veterinary degree from Purdue University.Dr. O'Brien joins us to […]
- Meet Dr. Jessica HoffmanDr. Hoffman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science and Mathematics at Augusta University. Her research focuses on understanding the genetic, metabolic, and environmental factors that influence aging across species. She is directly involved in multiple projects looking at the epidemiological […]
- 🐾 Meet Dr. Courtney SextonCourtney Sexton is a renowned scientist, researcher, and science communicator who combines her expertise in dog behavior with her passion for understanding the ancient bond between humans and dogs. She's written for the Smithsonian Magazine, was an AAAS Fellow, and leads groundbreaking research on dog domestication, […]
- About Our GuestBlaise Mariner is a postdoctoral scientist at Arizona State University working with Dr. Noah Schneider Mackler on the groundbreaking Dog Aging Project. With a PhD from the University of New Mexico in molecular biology and biochemistry, Blaise specializes in epigenetics, DNA methylation, computational biology, and how these mechanisms […]
- About Dr. Emily Bray 🧠🎓 Assistant Professor, The University of Arizona 🐕 Director of the Behavioral Research Across Years (BRAY) Lab 🔬 PhD in Cognitive PsychologyEmily Bray brings a unique perspective to canine science, bridging evolutionary anthropology, behavioral cognition, and real-world applications. Her work at Canine Companions and the University […]
- ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Audrey Ruple, DVM, MS, PhD, DipACVPM, MRCVS, FNAPDorothy A. and Richard G. Metcalf Professor of Veterinary Medical InformaticsVirginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine | Virginia TechAudrey is a veterinary epidemiologist and cancer biologist, known for her pioneering work in canine aging and health outcomes.——————————————————————–This conversation dives into what […]
- Visit us at dogaginginstitute.org to learn more or to support this work. Discover what happens to your dog's brain as they age. In this episode, we sit down with leading researcher Dr. Evan MacLean to explore canine cognition, cognitive decline, and senior dog behavior changes.What You'll Learn:🧠 How canine cognition […]
- What if we could accurately measure a dog's biological age – and even slow down aging itself? In this episode, we dive deep into canine aging research with Dr. Noah Snyder-Mackler, a professor and researcher within the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University. Noah shares groundbreaking insights into:✨ […]
- Discover the science helping dogs live longer, healthier, happier lives. Tune in as our board members share the story of the Dog Aging Project, explain the goals of the TRIAD clinical trial, and describe how The Dog Aging Institute was founded to drive real-world change