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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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  • Protecting Dogs from Environmental Toxins: What Every Dog Owner Should Know with Dr. Janice O'Brien
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    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 discuss critical research on environmental […]
  • Multi-Morbidity in Dogs: How Multiple Health Conditions Drive Aging with Dr. Jessica Hoffman
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    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 and molecular factors associated with […]
  • The oldest love story: The human-canine bond with Dr. Courtney Sexton
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    🐾 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, behavioral communication, and longevity. Her […]
  • Epigenetic Clocks & Dog Aging: Why Larger Dogs Age Faster with Dr. Blaise Mariner
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    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 influence aging rates across different […]
  • Feeding Frequency and the Canine Brain with Dr. Emily Bray
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    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 of Arizona explores how genetics, […]
  • Impact of nutrition and the environment on canine aging with Dr. Audrey Ruple
    by The Dog Aging Institute
    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 actually helps dogs live longer, […]