News Releases - UW Medicine

Summary: Scientists have discovered a fascinating connection between you and your furry best friend. A recent study shows that the exact same small molecules, called metabolites, can predict how long both dogs and humans will live. Because these molecules forecast mortality in both species, it proves that dogs are excellent models for studying how humans age. So, understanding your dog's health and aging process might just give you a sneak peek into your own lifespan!

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