"Over the past few decades, many dogs have been getting sicker and dying prematurely. Why? The authors have galvanized the wisdom from geneticists, microbiologists and longevity researchers across the globe to answer this questions. Now, they provide practical tools to protect our loyal four-legged friends, interviewing people whose dogs have lives into their twenties -- and even their thirties -- along the way. This book focuses on food and nutrition, movement, environmental exposure and stress reduction, from the pros and cons of various types of pet food -- including what commercial manufacturers don't want us to know -- to the role our own lifestyles and out vets' choices play"

Humanity's best friend --
I. THE MODERN, UNWELL DOG: A SHORT STORY. Sick as a dog: why we and our companions are losing our longevity ; Out co-evolution with dogs: from wild wolves to willful pets ; The science of aging: surprising truths about dogs and their risk factors for disease --
II. SECRETS FROM THE WORLD'S OLDEST DOGS: THE LONG TALE. De-aging through diet: how food is information for health and longevity genes ; The triple threat: how stress, isolation, and lack of physical activity affect us all ; Environmental impact: the difference between a muddy dog and a dirty dog --
III. POOCH PARENTING TO BUILD A FOREVER DOG. Dietary habits for a long and healthy life: building a better bowl ; Supplemental habits for a long and healthy life: the essentials to navigate safe and effective supplements ; Personalized meals as medicine: pet food homework and fresher percentages for a durable dog ; Putting the OGS into DOGS: fitness guidelines and controlling for genetic and environmental impacts.

Two of the world's most popular and trusted pet care advocates reveal new science to teach us how to delay ageing and provide a long, happy, healthy life for our canine companions. The definitive, cutting-edge guide for every dog parent. Like their human parents, dogs have been getting sicker over the past few decades. Why? Scientists are beginning to understand that the diseases affecting humans - cancer, obesity, diabetes, organ degeneration, and autoimmune disorders - also afflict canines. As a result, our canine companions are vexed with health problems throughout much of their lives and have shorter life spans. Since our pets can't make health and lifestyle decisions for themselves, it's up to pet parents to make smart choices for their dogs' lasting vitality and health. The Forever Dog gives us the tools to protect our four-legged friends. Rodney Habib and Dr. Karen Becker talked to top geneticists, microbiologists, and researchers, and interviewed people around the world whose dogs have lived into their 20s and even 30s. The result is this unprecedented and comprehensive guide, filled with practical information, invaluable advice, and inspiring stories about dogs and the people who love them. The Forever Dog plan focuses on: * diet and nutrition * movement * stress reduction * tailoring care to the genetic predisposition of particular breeds or mixes * recipes and types of food - and what the commercial manufacturers don't want us to know * tons of practical tips * how exercise, environmental toxins, and our lifestyles affect a dog's overall health. Global medical breakthroughs have expanded our choices for canine health. The Forever Dog is the definitive dog-care guide that gives us the knowledge we need to make wise choices, and to keep our dogs healthy and happy for years to come