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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Can we slow biological aging in dogs? 🐕⏳ This week on Longevity for Dogs, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein breaks down rapamycin, what earlier studies in dogs have found, and how the TRIAD clinical trial is putting this promising longevity research to the test. 🎧 Full episode: youtu.be/wSCxcoLkxBI?...

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Dog Aging Institute is proud to sponsor the Animal Longevity Summit this October 1-2 in Toronto, Canada, featuring presentations by our co-founder, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, and Dog Aging Project researcher Dr. Noah Snyder-Mackler. 🐾 Learn more at animallongevitysummit.com

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Introducing Pawsitively Science! 🐾🔬 Our short video series breaks down canine health science into information dog lovers can actually use. First up: Lyme disease—how dogs get it, what to watch for, and how to help prevent it. youtu.be/nt5QsyrQYTM?...

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Lyme Disease in Dogs: Symptoms & Prevention Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

What’s hiding in your dog’s environment? 💧🏠🐾 Dr. Janice O’Brien joins Longevity for Dogs to explore contaminants in water and the home, how environmental exposures may affect dogs as they age, and practical ways to reduce potential risks. 🎧 Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mty7...

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Why do certain health conditions cluster together as dogs age? 🐾 Dr. Jessica Hoffman joins Longevity for Dogs to explore multi-morbidity—and how studying patterns of disease could help scientists understand what drives healthy aging in dogs. 🎧 www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_xu...

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Every dog is trying to tell us something—but are we interpreting it correctly? 🤔 In our newest Longevity for Dogs episode, renowned scientist Dr. Courtney Sexton explores dog domestication, communication, grief, head tilts, pandemic puppies, and the biggest mistake people make when reading dogs.

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The oldest love story: The human-canine bond with Dr. Courtney Sexton

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Does a wagging tail always mean a happy dog? 🐕 Dr. Courtney Sexton says it's one of the biggest misconceptions people have about reading canine body language. Check out this preview from our upcoming Longevity for Dogs podcast episode on the human-canine bond. 🐾

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Why do larger dogs age faster than smaller dogs? 🐕 Dr. Blaise Mariner joins us on Longevity for Dogs to explain epigenetic clocks, biological aging, DNA methylation, and what these discoveries could mean for the future of canine health.

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Epigenetic Clocks & Dog Aging: Why Larger Dogs Age Faster with Dr. Blaise Mariner

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Could when you feed your dog influence how their brain ages? 🧠🐶 In our newest podcast episode, behavioral scientist Dr. Emily Bray discusses emerging research on feeding frequency, canine cognition, and the everyday factors that may shape your dog's long-term brain health.

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Feeding Frequency and the Canine Brain with Dr. Emily Bray

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🎙️ Sneak peek of our next podcast episode! Don't miss Dr. Emily Bray discussing the groundbreaking research on feeding frequency that contradicts everything you thought you knew! 🐶🥩

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🐶 When it comes to nutrition, what actually helps dogs live longer, happier, healthier lives? 🎙️ Check out our new podcast episode, where Dr. Audrey Ruple explores what the Dog Aging Project has revealed about diet, healthy weight, supplements, exercise, and other factors that shape healthy aging.

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Impact of nutrition and the environment on canine aging with Dr. Audrey Ruple

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🎙️🎉 We've launched a brand-new podcast series! Episode 1: Longevity for Dogs: From the Beginning youtu.be/6-v5942Wir8?... Tune in as we share how the Dog Aging Project began, explain the TRIAD clinical trial, and why The Dog Aging Institute was founded to drive change.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

"If we had one more year together, my service dog Abby and I would take more flights! In the decade that she's been my balance and mobility assistance dog, we've taken 90 @hawaiianairlines.bsky.social flights! With another year, we could reach 100!" ~Sue For longer, healthier, happier lives. 🐶❤️

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Dog Aging Project @dogagingproject.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

🎉Congratulations to Dr. Kate Creevy for earning the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Career Achievement Award in Canine Research! 🎉 🐾Together, we can help dogs live longer, healthier lives. Learn more at dogagingproject.org #AVMA #CanineResearch #VetMed

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Meet Max. 🐾 Rescued on his first birthday—and now the one doing the rescuing. We’re advancing the research to help dogs like Max live longer, healthier, happier lives. 🐶❤️

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

The Dog Aging Project feature on 60 Minutes is a powerful look at how dogs are not only our best friend, but may also be our best hope for understanding age-related disease: youtu.be/qF3WdqJBQNE?... We're proud to fund this research that will give us more years with those we love! 🐶❤️

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Studying dogs may reveal path to longer, healthier life for dogs, humans | 60 Minutes

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Did you know April is Citizen Science Month? If your dog is part of The Dog Aging Project, you’re not just a participant… you’re a citizen scientist. 🤓 You help researchers unlock answers about aging, disease, and longevity—for dogs and humans. Thank you for being part of this meaningful work! 🐶🧬

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

“My biggest wish is that all dogs could live longer, and I hope The Dog Aging Institute can help make that come true.” 🐶❤️ ~Phyllis Meet Jack, a lap warmer and heart warmer. He’s part of the Dog Aging Project, helping researchers study longevity so we can have more years with the dogs we love.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Proud to support the research driving discoveries like this—advancing healthy aging for dogs and humans alike. 🐶❤️

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

"Kippi has been by my side through every high and low, asking for nothing but a scratch behind the ears and a place by my feet.” ~Kinta Kippi has been part of the Dog Aging Project for nearly a decade, helping our researchers better understand canine aging. Thank you, Kippi! ❤️

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

“As a retired scientist, I strongly believe ‘science is not fiction.’ Esmé and I are proud members of the Dog Aging Project and are so pleased to contribute to this important research.” ~Carolyn The Dog Aging Institute advances research to help more dogs like Esmé live longer, healthier lives. 🐶🫶

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

“Raffi is my welcoming home buddy, my traveling and hiking companion, who brings a smile to my face so many times during the day.” ~Annilise The Dog Aging Institute champions canine aging research so dogs like Raffi can stay by our side for as many healthy years as possible. ❤️

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

“We call her Artemis Smarty Miss because of her scientific leanings. She loves Dog Aging Project games and tests and is always thrilled when it’s time to work on one!" 🤓 Thanks to your support, The Dog Aging Institute is working to give dogs like Artemis more fun, healthy, curious years. ❤️

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

“I hope we sit and stay together fur-ever” 💙 Give the gift that keeps on giving! Your donation will fuel cutting-edge research that helps dogs live longer, healthier lives everywhere.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

When you’re a recurring #monthlydonor to the #DogAgingInst (of any dollar amount), you are integral to fueling groundbreaking research that could improve the quality of life for millions of #dogs — and the families who cherish them. 💙Make a difference at dogaginginstitute.org

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

“Keep up this essential work!” 🧡This is why we do the work we do. Your donation will fuel cutting-edge research that helps dogs live longer, healthier lives everywhere. #Donate at dogaginginstitute.org/donate/ #QOTD #donatetoday

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Thank you for keeping the wall standing strong! Your contributions will help fund key initiatives in #dogaging research. 🐶✨ ⭐ Help Dogs Live Longer, Healthier Lives at dogaginginstitute.org

Wall of Dogs Spotlight with a pic of Donor Marish’s dog, a close-up portrait of a black and tan dog with a speckled snout, looking directly at the camera. The background is blurred with pink and red leaves. Thank You For Keeping the Wall Standing Strong! Help Dogs Live Longer, Healthier Lives at dogaginginstitute.org

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

#DoggieDateNight is a fun opportunity to pamper your beloved pup. Show your favorite furry friend how much you care! Here are a few fun ideas from #AMC: shorturl.at/XNqug ♥️To learn more about the important work we do at the #DogAgingInst, visit dogaginginstitute.org.

Graphic for Doggie Date Night with a dog. A wet corgi is wrapped in a light blue towel after a bath, with its tongue hanging out and looking at the camera. The background is a tiled wall. With the following text: Doggie Date Night is a fun excuse to spend a night pampering your beloved pup. Here are a few fun ideas: Take a long walk with your dog, get a new toy for your dog, buy your dog a special treat, or even give your dog a massage! How will you be pampering your beloved pup? By The Dog Aging Institute

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Join us in celebrating #NationalBrownDogDay by sharing your favorite photo of your dog. It's a wonderful way to spread joy and connect with fellow #petlovers! 🐶 Discover more about the important work of the #DogAgingInst at dogaginginstitute.org.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Stay in the loop! 📩Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest news and updates delivered straight to your inbox at dogaginginstitute.org. Don't miss out! #newslettersignup #subscribe #dogaginginst

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

The #DogAgingInst funds innovative research projects like The Dog Aging Project and its clinical study, TRIAD. Learn more about the TRIAD study: dogagingproject.org/triad. 🔍To help continue important research like the #DogAgingProject and TRIAD, donate today at dogaginginstitute.org/donate.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

January is National Train Your Dog Month! It's the ideal time to bond with your pup and teach them new tricks. 🐶Check out these great tips from Trupanion: www.trupanion.com/pet-blog/art...

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National Train Your Dog Month: Tips from a Pro

Looking to learn some tips for National Train Your Dog Month? We spoke to a professional dog trainer about what every dog owner should know.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

We envision a world in which an engaged, enthusiastic public champions innovative research discoveries that help people and their dogs live healthier, longer lives. 🔍Learn more about us at dogaginginstitute.org #DogAgingInst #companiondogs #HealthyAging #SupportResearch

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

“Together, we can create a world where every dog lives longer, happier lives with the people who love them.” 🐶 Let’s make this moment count for our pups. Donate today at dogaginginstitute.org/donate #supportdogs #dogaginginst

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American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) @avmavets.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

🎶 ❄ ❄ Ice, Ice, Doggie... Those are the lyrics right? ❄❄🎶 Freezing, cold temperatures are in the forecast for many parts of the US this weekend. Here are a few tips to ensure you keep your pets safe. You can find more information - including tips for livestock owners - at avma.org/ColdWeather

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Let's celebrate the small yet mighty #Yorkies. Happy National #YorkshireTerrierDay! 💛 Together, let's make a real difference in supporting innovative #research into healthy aging in dogs. Discover how you can help at dogaginginstitute.org

A small Yorkshire Terrier stands on a green lawn, looking towards the camera with its mouth slightly open, with the following text: National Yorkshire Terrier Day. Support ongoing research to help future generations of dogs live healthier, longer lives! By The Dog Aging Institute

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Through our support of The Dog Aging Project and similar studies of companion dogs, we strive to improve healthy aging by promoting research, providing funding, and educating the public. 💙 Learn more about us at dogaginginstitute.org #companiondogs #HealthyAging #SupportResearch

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

January is #WalkYourDogMonth! Take some time to enjoy the great outdoors with your dog! 📷Join the fun and share a photo of your favorite dog walk! 🔍 Learn more about the #DogAgingInst: dogaginginstitute.org

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Support the Dog Aging Institute by donating today. 💛 Your contribution drives vital research on healthy aging in #dogs and helps #companiondogs, their owners, and the veterinary community. 🐶💙 ➡️ Help us make a difference—donate now and spread the word: buff.ly/mEFk2jj

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Dog Aging Project @dogagingproject.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Check out the latest Scientific Results blog post about our publication on CBD use in dogs, which discusses demographic trends, health effects, and behavioral changes. Read more: dogagingproject.org/scientific-r.... #CanineHealth

Blog Post Graphic for the Scientific Results: Demographic features, health status, and behavioral changes associated with cannabidiol use in the Dog Aging Project with a brown and white dog receives a liquid medication or supplement from a dropper held by a person in an outdoor setting. This study used surveys from the Dog Aging Project between 2019 and 2023. These surveys asked about their dogs’ health, behavior, and whether they received CBD. Altogether, the research included data from about 47,000 dogs. Read the full blog post at: dogagingproject.org/blog.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Happy National #AmericanEskimoDogDay! Today, let's cherish the bonds we share with our dogs. 🐕 💛Together, let's make a real difference in supporting innovative #research into healthy aging in dogs. Discover how you can help at dogaginginstitute.org

A fluffy white dog with its tongue slightly out sits on a bed of fallen autumn leaves, with bare branches and a fence behind it, with the following text: Happy National American Eskimo Dog Day! Support ongoing research to help future generations of dogs live healthier, longer lives! By the Dog Aging Institute

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Celebrate National #DressUpYourPetDay with us! Share your favorite photos of your adorable dog dressed up—it’s a great way to spread joy and connect with fellow pet lovers! 🔍 Discover more about the important work of the Dog Aging Institute at dogaginginstitute.org. #cutedogs #DogAgingInst

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

"Frenchies leave pawprints on our hearts." 🐾💛— Happy National #FrenchBulldogDay! Today, let's cherish the bonds we share with our dogs. 💛 Together, let's make a real difference in supporting innovative #research into healthy aging in dogs. Discover how you can help at dogaginginstitute.org

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

The Dog Aging Institute funds innovative research projects like the Dog Aging Project. ➡️Learn more at dogaginginstitute.org

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Tufts Article: In my presentations about the Dog Aging Project, I often talk about our dog Frisbee. When we met her, she was in a crate outside of a pet store, having been rescued as a puppy. Her name was an aspirational name from our kids, who were confident they’d train her to be a frisbee-catching dog. That never happened, but the name stuck. As our family likes to say (and we have it on empirical grounds), Frisbee was the best dog ever. She exuded joy: to any new person who came to the house, her message clearly was, “Welcome! I’m so happy you're here! Let's play!” She was a mutt, about 45 pounds, and lived to 16-and-a-half … a very long lifespan for a dog her size, like a human living to 100. Many of my colleagues in aging research are trying to understand ways not to just increase lifespan, which could mean more years with disease, but rather to increase the duration of healthy lifespan; we call it the lifespan/healthspan distinction. . Dogs are a good example of healthspan because we can clearly see when their healthspan ends, when they can no longer have a reasonable quality of life. With older dogs, we can often tell when they can no longer do the things they love to do. When I was in college, I hoped to have a career that would help me connect people. Working on aging—and certainly, working on the Dog Aging Project—has helped me to realize that goal. In fact, I think of the Dog Aging Project’s participants, who live in every state in the U.S., as a 51,000-strong team of community scientists. And, importantly, when people go to the dog park and connect over their shared love of dogs, they may get to know each other really well and even become close friends. And regardless of politics or family background or religion, they connect over dogs. That's an important thing the Dog Aging Project does: it brings thousands of people together because they share a love of dogs.” —Daniel Promislow

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

“This is important work. Thank you for doing it.” 💙 This is why we do the work we do. Your donation will fuel cutting-edge research that helps dogs live longer, healthier lives everywhere. #Donate at dogaginginstitute.org/donate/

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

The Dog Aging Institute funds innovative research projects like The Dog Aging Project & its clinical study, TRIAD. To learn more about the TRIAD study, visit dogagingproject.org/triad. 🔍To help continue important research, consider donating today at dogaginginstitute.org/donate.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Thank you for keeping the wall standing strong! Your contributions will help fund key initiatives in #dogaging research. 🐶✨ ⭐ Help Dogs Live Longer, Healthier Lives at dogaginginstitute.org

Wall of Dogs Spotlight with a pic of Donor Laura & Matt’s black and white dog (Ceilidh) sits on a concrete step with trees and fallen leaves in the background. Thank You For Keeping the Wall Standing Strong! Help Dogs Live Longer, Healthier Lives at dogaginginstitute.org

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Celebrate #NationalCuddleUpDay by snuggling up with your beloved dog! 🤗🐶Join the celebration by sharing your favorite #dogphoto with us—😍we love seeing your #dogs! To learn more about the important work we do at the #DogAgingInst, visit dogaginginstitute.org.

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Dog Aging Institute @dogaginginst.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

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