
dog aging project
Dogs and humans are more alike than we thought, study finds
June 8, 2026 • 6 min. readNew research from the Dog Aging Project shows that genetic metabolic patterns tied to lifespan are strikingly similar in dogs and people, offering new insight into aging across species.
Study finds more than 84% of dogs show signs of fear, anxiety
May 14, 2026 • 4 min. readUsing data from the Dog Aging Project, researchers analyzed more than 43,000 dogs and found that fear- and anxiety-related behaviors are common across the U.S.
Dog Aging Project studies offer insight into how owners experience pet loss
March 25, 2026 • 5 min. readNew research reveals that grief experiences among owners are strikingly similar regardless of how a dog dies, highlighting ways veterinarians can better guide families through end-of-life decisions.
Most homemade dog diets lack nutrients, Texas A&M study finds
Nov. 21, 2025 • 4 min. readNew research from the Dog Aging Project reveals that only 6% of homemade dog food recipes meet essential nutritional requirements.
Texas A&M-led research urges tailored weight management strategies for dogs and their families.
More Than 99% Of US Dogs Have A Behavior Problem, Texas A&M Researcher Finds
April 1, 2025 • 5 min. readWhile most owners report behavior problems as relatively minor or not worth addressing, Dr. Bonnie Beaver’s study finds that behavior problems are a common part of dog ownership.
Dog Aging Project Receives $7 Million NIH Grant To Expand Clinical Trial Of Anti-Aging Drug
Jan. 6, 2025 • 5 min. readThe study seeks to determine whether rapamycin increases the lifespan of dogs, with the hope that it may also help extend human lives.
New Study Reveals Link Between Owner Demographics And Canine Nutrition
Dec. 6, 2024 • 3 min. readThe Dog Aging Project has found the age of the owner has a bigger influence over pet diets than income or education.
When To Say Goodbye? Survey Sheds Light On Difficult Decisions For Dog Owners
May 29, 2024 • 4 min. readIllness, disease and quality of life are linked with euthanasia more so than age, Dog Aging Project research finds.
New Study Dispels Myth That Purebred Dogs Are More Prone To Health Problems
April 30, 2024 • 4 min. readAre mutts really healthier? A survey of more than 27,000 dogs found that the most common reasons for vet visits have little to do with breed.