Your Next Dog May Live Longer

Source But GLP-1s are blunt instruments. The longevity benefits they confer are a byproduct of appetite suppression. Loyal’s drug is designed to trigger some of the same effects, without a dog having to face any of the deprivations experienced by GLP-1 users or the Labradors in the Purina study. Scientists who studied the Purina data noted that the calorie-restricted dogs were less awash in insulin, a metabolic hormone that is known to accelerate certain aging processes, in excess. The exact mechanism of Loyal’s drug is still proprietary, but scientists at the company told me that the pill tinkers with a dog’s insulin sensitivity. Your Next Dog May Live Longer A new pill could soon extend dogs’ lives. How will that change our relationship with our pets? Another service by our canine friends. Two more dog articles below. Why are there so many canines in fine art? Consciousness separates us from machines. Need convincing? Just take a good look at a faithful canine. What Dogs See That We…