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Dog Aging Project Studies Canine Health to Enhance Human Research

3/23/2026

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The Dog Aging Project, involving over 50,000 dogs, aims to advance research on aging in both dogs and humans.
Pat Schultz enrolled her dog Murphy to contribute data on canine health and behavior.
Researchers, including Dr. Dirk Keene, study the similarities between dog and human brains, particularly in dementia.
The project tests rapamycin to slow cognitive decline and extend life expectancy.

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The Dog Aging Project, involving over 50,000 dogs, aims to advance research on aging in both dogs and humans.
Pat Schultz enrolled her dog Murphy to contribute data on canine health and behavior.
Researchers, including Dr. Dirk Keene, study the similarities between dog and human brains, particularly in dementia.
The project tests rapamycin to slow cognitive decline and extend life expectancy.