Daily Longevity Tip: Why Larger Dogs Age Faster Than Smaller Dogs

Tip Summary: Larger dogs tend to age faster due to specific biological factors, impacting their longevity differently compared to smaller breeds.

Hey Dog Longevity friends! Ever wondered why larger dog breeds seem to age faster and have shorter lifespans compared to their smaller counterparts? There are certainly many reasons as to why, but let’s look into biggest factors. We’ll look at the top reasons why they age faster, potential solutions, how that looks in terms of longevity disparity in the top 10 most popular breeds, and the impact on longevity:

Scientific Reasons Why Larger Dogs Age Faster:

1. Metabolic Rate: Larger breed puppies have faster metabolisms, growing quicker and requiring more energy than smaller breeds. This leads to an imbalance in free radicals and antioxidants in their cells, causing early cell damage and faster aging.

2. Cell Damage in Puppies: The cells of large breed puppies may have excessive free radicals for antioxidants to combat, leading to early cell damage and long-lasting effects.

3. Potential Solutions: Researchers suggest that antioxidant supplements for large breed puppies could counteract these free radicals, potentially extending their lifespans. However, the exact level of antioxidants beneficial for dogs is still under research.

Lifespan Chart for Popular Dog Breeds:

1. Labrador Retriever: 11 Years

2. French Bulldog: 8-10 Years

3. Golden Retriever: 11 Years

4. German Shepherd: 11 Years

5. Poodle: 12 Years

6. Bulldog: 8-12 Years

7. Beagle: 12-15 Years

8. Rottweiler: 9 Years

9. German Shorthaired Pointer: 12-14 Years

10. Dachshund: 13-15 Years

Impact on Longevity:

• Understanding these aging mechanisms helps us tailor care specifically for larger breeds, potentially extending their lifespans.

• Awareness of breed-specific lifespans assists dog parents in providing age-appropriate care and preventive measures.

• Ongoing research into antioxidants and other supplements could offer new ways to enhance the health and longevity of larger dog breeds.

Sources: Canine Journal | Science

Dog Longevity Company Weekly Update

Background: We want our dogs to live as long as possible, so we’ve been building a company focused exclusively on providing longevity solutions, guided by the latest science. We started a few months ago, and all updates have been posted inside the Facebook community. We’re starting with a longevity supplement that includes NMN, a compound that is proven to extend lifespan in mice by up to 29%. We want that for our dogs. Here’s our progress for the week:

1. Chew Production Finished: Our biotechnology partner has finished with production of our first run! I’m incredibly excited. They’ve been packaged, sealed from the bottom of the can with an airtight machine seal, and shipped out. We should get them at our warehouse soon! With the chew production complete, we can proceed with the giveaway, and speaking of, here’s the latest on that:

2. 3 Days Until Giveaway: The giveaway campaign for our dog longevity company, Naturally Royal, will kickoff with the New Year. To participate, all you need to do is enter the giveaway and share the giveaway. Once you enter, you’ll be able to see all of the giveaways. We’ll have a leaderboard, where the top spot goes to the person that has shared to the most. The winner by the end of the giveaway on the 12th will win a $500 gift certificate. Here’s how it will look: