We exist because dogs deserve better health data.

The average dog owner gets health advice from breeders, pet store employees, social media, and Google results that haven't been updated since 2018. Meanwhile, canine longevity science is advancing faster than ever. The Dog Aging Project has enrolled 45,000+ dogs. Loyal is pursuing the first FDA-approved longevity drug for any species. Researchers at top universities are publishing new findings on rapamycin, caloric restriction, omega-3 dosing, and genetic risk factors every month.

That science is locked inside academic papers, behind paywalls, or written for veterinary professionals. We translate it into plain language that dog owners can actually use at their next vet visit, when choosing a supplement, or when deciding on a screening schedule.

We hold ourselves to a simple rule: if we can't back a claim with published evidence, we don't make the claim. When the evidence is mixed or early-stage, we say so explicitly.

Evidence tiers

• Tier 1: Peer-reviewed clinical trials, large cohort studies, and systematic reviews with direct veterinary relevance. This is where our strongest recommendations come from.
• Tier 2: Retrospective data, mechanism-driven evidence, and early clinical signals that show promise but need confirmation. We present these as "emerging" or "preliminary."
• Tier 3: Anecdotal reports, single case studies, or extrapolations from human research. We include these for completeness but clearly label the uncertainty.

How we keep content current

Canine longevity science moves fast. High-impact pages are reviewed on a rolling basis and updated whenever new evidence changes the practical recommendation. When we update a page materially, we revise the publish date and note what changed.

How to use this site with your veterinarian

1. Start with your breed guide or the relevant condition page. Note the top 2-3 risks that apply to your dog.
2. Bring the page summary and your recent observations (appetite, energy, weight, symptoms) to your next visit.
3. Ask your vet which screening or prevention steps to prioritize now versus monitoring over time.

We designed every guide to be shareable with your vet. The goal is to help you have a better, more specific conversation — not to replace professional advice.

PuppyLongevity.com is an educational resource. We do not provide diagnosis, treatment plans, or emergency advice. For medical decisions, always consult your veterinarian. Our goal is to help you walk into that conversation better informed — not to replace the professional on the other side of the table.