Show notes
In this episode, I sit down with veterinarian Dr. Kevin Toman to explore strategies for extending our dogs' healthy lifespan, blending traditional care with innovative longevity therapies, including the drug rapamycin. If you're interested in holistic pet health, aging science, and practical advice for your senior dog, this conversation is a must-listen.
Main Topics Covered:
- The evolution of veterinary medicine and how longevity science is transforming pet care
- The role of diet, environment, and lifestyle in healthy aging
- How holistic therapies like herbs, acupuncture, and laser treatments complement conventional methods
- The importance of early diagnostics, including microbiome testing and blood work
- Urgent reconsideration of over-vaccination and unnecessary interventions contributing to aging
- Rapamycin as a longevity drug, its dosing, safety, and markers of success
- Practical tips for reducing joint stress, managing arthritis, and preventing falls in senior dogs
- The significance of gut health and microbiome in aging and behavior
- Future of pet longevity research and ongoing studies like the Dog Aging Project
- Helping Pets Live Longer
- Free Vet Call - Book a free 10-15 minute consult
- Animal Biome Microbiome Testing
- Research Study: Kaverlin and Urfer 2017 on Rapamycin in Dogs
For a free consultation or more info on longevity therapies, visit Help Pets Live Longer. Take action to help your pets live their longest, healthiest years!