The Dog Longevity Podcast

Most dog owners focus on how long their dog will live. But the real goal should be healthspan - the number of years a dog stays healthy, active, and pain-free.In this episode of the Dog Longevity Podcast, veterinarian Dr. David Haworth speaks with Dr. Heidi Lobprise, veterinary dentist, senior pet advocate, and author who has spent decades studying aging and longevity in pets.Together they explore how chronic inflammation accelerates aging, why dental disease is one of the most overlooked health threats in dogs and cats, and what pet owners can do to help their animals stay healthier for longer.Dr. Lobprise shares practical strategies for recognizing the early signs of aging, managing inflammation, and protecting your pet’s healthspan throughout their life.The conversation covers:Why chronic inflammation accelerates aging in dogsHow periodontal disease affects overall healthThe surprising connection between dental health and longevityWhy obesity and visceral fat increase inflammatory diseaseThe early signs that your dog is entering the senior stage of lifeHow to monitor your dog’s body condition and muscle healthThe role of mobility, pain management, and exercise in aging dogsHow mental stimulation helps protect against cognitive declineWhy extending healthspan matters more than simply extending lifespanWith the right care and awareness, pet owners can help their dogs live longer - while maintaining the quality of life that truly matters.Dr. Heidi Lobprise: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-lobprise-a161684/David Haworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/PANIO: https://panio.io/Heidi’s Recommendations:Dog Aging Project: https://dogagingproject.org/Grey Muzzle Organization: https://www.greymuzzle.org/Chapters00:00 – Why Chronic Inflammation Accelerates Aging in Dogs03:10 – When Dogs Become “Senior” and What Changes07:20 – Obesity, Metabolism and the Inflammation Cycle11:30 – Why Dental Disease Is a Major Health Risk16:40 – Preventing Periodontal Disease in Dogs21:10 – Monitoring Body Condition and Muscle Loss26:20 – Early Signs of Aging Most Owners Miss31:10 – Mental Stimulation and Cognitive Health in Dogs36:30 – Managing Mobility, Pain and Osteoarthritis41:30 – Practical Longevity Tips for Dog Owners46:50 – Resources for Learning More About Dog Aging—Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners want their dogs to live longer - but true longevity isn’t just about lifespan. It’s about healthspan, the years a dog stays healthy, active, and free from disease.In this episode of the Dog Longevity Podcast, veterinarian Dr. David Haworth speaks with Dr. Kevin Toman, a veterinarian with over 40 years of clinical experience and a deep interest in functional health, preventative veterinary medicine, and longevity science.Together they explore the real drivers of dog longevity, from diet and obesity to early diagnostics, supplements, and emerging longevity therapies like rapamycin.Dr. Toman shares the practical strategies dog owners can use today to help their pets live longer, healthier lives — many of which cost little or nothing to implement.The conversation covers:The four pillars of canine longevityWhy obesity may be the biggest driver of reduced lifespan in dogsHow early diagnostics and preventative care can extend dog healthspanThe surprising truth about popular supplements that don’t workEvidence-based supplements that may help joint health and agingHow exercise, lifestyle, and environment impact dog longevityThe science behind rapamycin and emerging longevity drugs for petsWhy aging itself may be the root cause of many diseases in dogsEven small changes to diet, exercise, and preventative care can make a meaningful difference to your dog’s healthy lifespan.Kevin Toman: https://helpingpetslivelonger.com/David Haworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/⁠PANIO: ⁠https://panio.io/CHAPTERS:00:00 – How Small Changes Can Help Dogs Live Longer01:30 – Meet Dr. Kevin Toman (40 Years in Veterinary Medicine)02:00 – The Three Biggest Drivers of Dog Longevity04:30 – Why Obesity Shortens Dogs’ Lifespans07:00 – Early Detection and Preventative Veterinary Care09:00 – The Problem With Ultra-Processed Dog Food12:00 – Simple Diet Changes for Better Canine Healthspan14:00 – The Four Pillars of Dog Longevity17:30 – Exercise, Lifestyle and Preventing Joint Damage20:00 – Mental Stimulation and “Sniffy Walks”22:00 – Why Dental Health Is Critical for Dog Longevity26:30 – Supplements That Don’t Work (According to Science)29:00 – Evidence-Based Supplements for Dogs32:30 – Curcumin and Anti-Inflammatory Longevity Strategies37:30 – Rapamycin and the Future of Dog Longevity Science41:30 – Longevity Drugs and Emerging Veterinary Research45:00 – Is Aging Itself a Disease?—Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners think about their dog’s age in years. But what if a dog’s biological age told us far more about their health?In this episode, we explore how epigenetics and biological age testing could transform preventative pet health. By analysing small changes in DNA, scientists are beginning to understand how fast a dog is truly aging - and whether they may be at risk of disease before symptoms appear.This emerging field of dog aging science could allow veterinarians and pet owners to intervene earlier, helping improve dog healthspan and longevity through smarter, preventative care.Andria Beal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andria-beal/David Haworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/⁠PANIO: ⁠https://panio.io/EpiPaws: https://epipaws.com/Andria Beal’s Recommendations:Peter Attia - Outlive: The Science and Art of LongevityChapters00:00 – How Biological Age Differs from Chronological Age01:10 – Why Dog Longevity Is About Healthspan, Not Just Lifespan03:20 – What Epigenetics Reveals About Dog Aging06:10 – Can a Cheek Swab Measure Your Dog’s Biological Age?09:00 – Predicting Disease Risk Before Symptoms Appear12:20 – How Epigenetics Could Transform Preventative Pet Health16:00 – What Dog Aging Science Can Teach Us About Longevity19:30 – Personalised Health Strategies for Dogs22:30 – The Future of Predictive Veterinary Medicine25:00 – How Early Intervention Could Extend Dog Healthspan--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners want their dogs to live longer - but longevity isn’t just about lifespan. It’s about healthspan, the years a dog stays healthy, active, and thriving.In this episode of the Dog Longevity Podcast, veterinarian Dr. David Haworth speaks with Marisa Hoskins, certified canine nutritionist and founder of Puppy Gang Fresh Foods.Together they explore how canine nutrition, preventative pet health, and whole foods can help support a longer, healthier life for dogs.The conversation covers:The science behind dog healthspan and longevityWhy ultra-processed pet food became the norm How whole foods and fresh ingredients may improve dog health Simple diet changes that can support canine longevityThe connection between human nutrition and dog aging scienceWhy prevention is the future of veterinary innovationEven small changes to your dog’s diet can make a difference.Marisa Hoskins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-hoskins/David Haworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/⁠PANIO: ⁠https://panio.io/Marisa Hoskins Recommendations:The Forever Dog: https://foreverdog.com/00:00 – Why Preventative Pet Health Matters for Dogs02:00 – From Rescue Dog to Canine Nutrition Company05:00 – The Problem with Ultra-Processed Dog Food08:30 – Whole Foods and the Science of Dog Healthspan12:30 – Can Whole Foods Improve Dog Longevity?16:00 – How to Transition Your Dog to a Healthier Diet20:00 – Best Whole Foods for Canine Nutrition24:00 – Raw vs Cooked Diets for Dogs27:00 – Exercise, Lifestyle, and Dog Aging31:00 – Personalised Nutrition and the Future of Pet Health33:30 – The Future of Preventative Veterinary Medicine—Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners want their dogs to live longer. Few realise that by analysing genetics, lifestyle, and biology together, we may be able to predict disease risk years before symptoms appear.In this episode, we explore how human longevity science - including aging clocks, epigenetics, fasting, and targeted supplementation - is now being applied to dogs. We discuss the concept of creating a “digital twin” for your pet, how environment shapes lifespan, which supplements show real promise, and what human longevity trends may actually be harmful for dogs.Tomasz George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomaszgeorge/David Haworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/⁠PANIO: ⁠https://panio.io/⁠Chapters:00:00 — Intro01:30 — Human Aging vs Dog Aging04:00 — Telomeres and Epigenetics Explained09:00 — Aging Clocks and Disease Prediction11:00 — Why Environment Matters More Than Cells13:00 — Democratizing Veterinary Insight16:00 — What Data Can Reveal About Longevity18:00 — Fasting and Time-Restricted Feeding21:00 — Rapamycin and Longevity Drugs23:00 — GLP-1 and Weight Loss Risks27:00 — Senescent “Zombie” Cells32:00 — Best Longevity Supplements for Dogs35:00 — Supplements to Avoid (Garlic, Grape Extract, etc.)38:00 — Sugar, Metabolic Health, and Obesity40:00 — Longevity “Food Hacks” for Dogs44:00 — AI, Ethics, and the Future of Pet Health47:00 — Longevity and the Planet--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners feel closer to their dogs than ever before. Yet our approach to dog health hasn’t fully caught up with how deeply that bond has evolved.In this episode, we explore how the human-dog bond is reshaping expectations around care - from preventative health and longevity to how science, data, and behaviour change can help dogs live longer, healthier lives. We discuss why early signs of illness are often missed, how longevity research in dogs can benefit both pets and humans, and why turning insight into actionable care is the next critical step.Steve Kirton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjkirton/David Haworth: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/⁠PANIO: ⁠https://panio.io/⁠Steve's Recommendations:Mutual Rescue: https://mutualrescue.org/The Hidden Brain Episode: https://www.hiddenbrain.org/podcast/our-animal-instincts/Chapters:00:00 — Intro01:00 — The Human-Dog Bond Today03:10 — From Pet Owner to Pet Parent06:00 — Behaviour Drives Health Decisions08:45 — Truth, Trust, and Dog Health11:20 — Prevention vs Reactive Care14:00 — How Our Bond Has Changed17:10 — Why Dogs Feel Like Family20:10 — Wanting More Time Together23:30 — What Dogs Teach Us About Health26:10 — Studying Ageing Through Dogs29:00 — The Promise of Longevity Science31:40 — Early Detection and Actionable Care34:10 — Cancer, Ageing, and Reality37:20 — Innovation in Dog Health39:10 — Navigating Health Information41:00 — Stories That Changed Perspectives43:30 — Final Reflections on the Bond--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners want more time with their dog. Fewer realise that the data to improve a dog’s health and lifespan already exists, but is rarely used.In this episode, we explore how large scale dog health and insurance data can reveal patterns vets rarely see, helping predict disease risk, guide better decisions, and potentially extend a dog’s healthy years.Jules Benson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julesbensonbvsc/David Haworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/PANIO: https://panio.io/Jules' Recommendations: Bertalan Meskó (Medical Futurist) It’s Never Long Enough — Mary GardnerChapters:0:00 Why Dog Health Data Matters More Than Ever2:14 Why Most Vets Don’t See the Full Picture5:01 The Hidden Power of Dog Insurance Data8:12 Why Breed Data Changes Everything11:04 Predicting Dog Health Before Symptoms Appear14:36 What “Digital Twins” Really Mean for Dogs18:02 Why Owner Behaviour Impacts Dog Lifespan21:47 Why Most Dog Health Decisions Are Human Decisions25:10 The Problem With Modern Veterinary Data28:34 Can Data Actually Add Years to a Dog’s Life32:06 Where Dog Health Is Headed Next--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Veterinary medicine is sitting on a mountain of data — but most of it is still trapped in PDFs, siloed systems, and outdated workflows.In this episode, Adam Little and David Haworth explore how AI is starting to unlock that data and what it could mean for the future of dog longevity. They break down why veterinary clinics are struggling to keep up, how decision-making in care is beginning to shift, and why pet owners are becoming more informed — and more influential — than ever before.From broken medical records and fragmented histories to digital twins, predictive health, and behaviour change, this conversation looks at what’s genuinely coming next for dog health — and why the current veterinary system isn’t yet ready for it.If you care about helping dogs live longer, healthier lives — and understanding how AI will reshape veterinary medicine, trust, and care decisions — this episode will change how you think about the future of dog health.Adam Little: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-little-67b06435/David Haworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/PANIO: https://panio.io/Adam's Recommendations: Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcWsjlGPPFQLenny's Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/Sublime: https://sublime.app/Chapters:0:00 Why Veterinary Medicine Is About to Change2:12 The Real Problem With Vet Medical Records5:04 Why Vets Are Overwhelmed by Data8:01 How AI Changes Decision Making in Clinics11:22 The Shift From Vet Authority to Owner Advocacy14:46 Why PDFs and Legacy Systems Are Holding Care Back18:09 Digital Twins Explained (Without the Hype)21:37 How AI Can Drive Better Behaviour, Not Just Insights25:08 Why Most Clinics Aren’t Ready for This Shift28:31 What the Future Vet Experience Could Look Like32:02 Final Thoughts on Trust, AI, and Dog Health--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.

Most dog owners want to feed their dog “the right way,” but nutrition advice is noisy, emotional, and often driven by trends.In this episode, veterinary nutritionist, Megan Sprinkle, breaks down raw, kibble, and fresh diets, what the science actually supports, and why body weight and consistency matter more than most food debates.Megan Sprinkle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-sprinkle-dvm/David Haworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-haworth/PANIO: https://panio.io/Megans Recommendations: Petfoodology Blog: https://sites.tufts.edu/petfoodology/ Chapters:0:00 Raw vs Kibble vs Fresh Food: What Actually Matters2:03 Why Dog Nutrition Is So Confusing4:41 How Dog Food Trends Really Start7:18 Raw Diets: Benefits, Risks, and Misconceptions10:36 Kibble: Why It’s Not as Bad as People Think13:52 Fresh Food Diets Explained17:04 The Biggest Dog Feeding Mistake Owners Make20:11 Why Weight Matters More Than Food Type23:26 The One Proven Way to Extend a Dog’s Life26:58 Supplements, Add-Ons, and Overcomplication30:14 What Dog Owners Should Actually Focus On33:02 Final Advice for Feeding Dogs Long Term--Content is provided for general information only and does not constitute veterinary, medical or nutritional advice. It should not be used as a substitute for professional guidance tailored to your pet. Views expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of PANIO.