And in fact, if your lifestyle is unhealthy, your dog’s might be as well. Tove Fall, a professor of molecular epidemiology at Uppsala University in Sweden and a former veterinarian, has conducted ...

Body condition score (BCS) also influences lifespan. Studies show that dogs that have a lean body condition live ...

Audrey Ruple may be on the cusp of a scientific breakthrough that could forever change — or extend — the life of man’s best friend. Ruple is part of the Dog Aging Project. The Dog Aging Project wants ...

Let's set the stage: A 2023 study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science showed that the average life expectancy for dogs is just over 12.5 years, although that span can vary widely based on a ...

We may not want to think about it, but all pet parents will have to say goodbye to their cherished dogs one day. And although they are sure to be deeply loved no matter how long they are in your life, ...