About

We started VetAgens because of a fundamental question that wouldn’t leave us alone: Why do we know so much about extending human lifespan, yet so little about canine longevity science and maximizing the healthspan of the dogs who share our lives?

About VetAgens: Translating Canine Geroscience into Actionable Longevity Data

We started VetAgens because of a fundamental question that wouldn’t leave us alone: Why do we know so much about extending human lifespan, yet so little about maximizing the healthspan of the dogs who share our lives?

The advanced science exists. Groundbreaking canine research is happening right now in university laboratories, veterinary clinical trials, and peer-reviewed journals. However, most dog owners will never read these papers. The gap isn’t in the science itself—it’s in the translation.

That is exactly why VetAgens exists.

What We Do: Bridging the Gap Between Biotech and Dog Owners

We read the dense academic studies so you don’t have to. We analyze and translate complex findings from high-impact fields like Canine Geroscience, metabolic health, canine microbiome research, and comparative oncology into clear, actionable language.

Our goal is to help you make better, data-driven decisions for your dog’s longevity today—not ten years from now when the findings finally trickle down to mainstream pet media.

Our Core Editorial Principles

  • 🔬 Source First (Data Integrity): Every claim, statistic, and biological mechanism we discuss links directly to primary literature, peer-reviewed journals, or registered clinical trials (DOI citations). We tolerate zero guesswork and zero sponsored opinions dressed up as science.
  • 🐾 Dog First (Biological Healthspan): We write for dedicated dog owners who want objective, evidence-based truths about canine aging, even when the science is complex or counterintuitive.
  • 📖 Clarity First (Accessible Science): Computational biology and cellular aging are inherently complex. We work to make these topics approachable without stripping away the statistical nuances that make the data meaningful.

The Importance of Canine Longevity Science and Geroscience

Dogs are not just pets; they are family members with a devastating biological design flaw: they age roughly seven times faster than humans. A dog’s entire life journey—from puppyhood to seniority—unfolds in the span of a single decade.

Aging is a Disease Process, Not a Countdown

Modern biotechnology has shifted our understanding of aging. Scientists now treat aging not as an inevitable clock, but as a complex, malleable biological process shaped by genetics, metagenomic health, diet, environmental stressors, and targeted longevity interventions.

The Future of Dog Aging is Already Clinical

The science of extending canine life is no longer theoretical:

  • The TRIAD Study is actively testing the cellular longevity effects of rapamycin in companion dogs.
  • Epigenetic and Metagenomic Clocks can now predict a dog’s true biological age from simple gut microbiome and DNA samples.
  • Senolytic Therapies targeting cellular senescence are rapidly moving toward veterinary approval.

Every dog owner deserves direct access to this clinical pipeline. VetAgens exists to close the information gap between biotechnology and the format you can use at home.

Meet the Founder & Our Evidence-Based Approach

Faruk Karaman – Founder & Chief Science Communicator

VetAgens was founded by Faruk Karaman, a Senior Systems Researcher and Data Analyst specializing in backend architecture, data translation, and computational logic. Driven by a deep personal commitment to canine longevity and preventative geroscience, Faruk applies a rigorous analytical framework to evaluate raw veterinary data, research methodology, and statistical significance.

Our Structural Transparency

While VetAgens is operated by data professionals and science communicators rather than clinical practitioners, our work is grounded entirely in empirical evidence. We do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe. Instead, we act as independent data translators, evaluating the quality of institutional research and presenting it transparently to the public.

Our Fact-Checking Standards and Source Verification

To maintain absolute scientific accuracy, we prioritize primary, high-authority data nodes:

  1. Peer-reviewed journal articles (Nature Aging, Aging Cell, JAVMA, etc.).
  2. Institutional data releases from global research initiatives like the Dog Aging Project.
  3. Official biomedical communications from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Continuous Literature Updates

Science is a dynamic, evolving process. We continuously update our published content as new clinical trial data emerges. Furthermore, we actively welcome peer reviews, technical corrections, and insights from veterinary pathologists, bio-statisticians, and researchers worldwide.

What VetAgens Is Not: Editorial Independence

  • No Medical Advice: We are an independent science communication platform. We are not a veterinary practice, and our content does not constitute medical advice.
  • No Corporate Sponsorships: We are completely independent. We are not affiliated with, nor funded by, any pet food manufacturers, supplement brands, or pharmaceutical corporations.
  • Zero Paid Placements: We do not accept sponsored articles or native advertising to ensure our analysis of the science remains entirely unbiased.

When we advise consulting a licensed veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, we mean it. The best longevity science still requires a trusted professional who understands your specific dog’s clinical history.

Connect With Our Research Network

Have a technical question about a study we analyzed? Spotted a data error? Want to suggest a specific peer-reviewed paper for us to cover? We genuinely value collaboration with the longevity community.

  • Data & Project Updates: Follow our research logs as we track the rapidly accelerating pace of canine geroscience.

Disclaimer: All information provided on VetAgens is strictly for informational and educational purposes. Always consult a licensed veterinarian before altering your dog’s medical regimen, diet, or supplement protocol.