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11/10/2025

Hormones matter —especially for developing dogs.🐶

For years, I believed what most dog lovers do: that routine spay and neuter was always the healthiest, most responsible choice. But after decades in practice, and after watching countless dogs develop preventable chronic issues, I’ve realized there’s far more to this story than any of us were taught.

That’s why my friend and colleague, Dr. Peter Dobias, and I created a free 5-part video series called Hormone Health for Dogs, a deep-dive into what really happens after spay/neuter, what hormones actually do in a dog’s body, and how we can better support their long-term health and vitality.

Whether you’re a vet, trainer, or devoted dog guardian, this series will help you understand:
• Why so many dogs change physically and behaviorally after surgery
• How hormones influence joints, metabolism, mood, and longevity
• Safe, hormone-preserving alternatives to traditional sterilization
• Real-life recovery stories from dogs like Pax and Homer

No agenda. No pressure. Just evidence-based information and open conversation.

The first episode goes live Wednesday, November 12th — and it’s completely free to watch. We created this video series to share what we know, and what the research says.

Join us as we explore what modern science is revealing about hormones, health, and hope for our dogs’ future. Sign up link in comments ⬇️

11/10/2025

11/10/2025

10/27/2025

*Preventing unwanted litters is a goal we all share—but it's time to rethink the surgical approach. Hysterectomies and vasectomies, which preserve hormonal balance, can safely be performed as early as 8 weeks of age, making dogs sterile without disrupting their natural hormones.

New peer-reviewed study published in Nature:

How a dog’s lifetime exposure to his own hormones (before being neutered) affects how well he handles aging and frailty later in life.

Study Background

• Frailty = when older dogs (and people) become weaker, less resilient, and more prone to illness and death.
• Most research looks at how to prevent frailty — this study looked at what makes some dogs bounce back better after frailty sets in.
• The focus was on the HPG axis — the hormonal system that produces testosterone and controls reproduction.

Key Findings

• Dogs neutered very young (before 2 years old) had:

o A much higher risk of death once they became frail.
o About 16% higher mortality for every small increase in frailty.

• Dogs kept intact longer (more than ~10 years) showed:
o No increase in mortality linked to frailty.
o Their hormones seemed to “buffer” the negative effects of aging.

• Each extra year of natural hormone exposure reduced frailty-related death risk by ~1%.

What It Means

• Hormones from the testes may protect against the worst effects of aging later in life.
• Removing them too early could make dogs less resilient to age-related decline.
• Frailty isn’t just about getting old — it’s also shaped by early-life events like the timing of neutering.
• This supports a “life course” view: what happens early in life affects health decades later.

Why It Matters

• The study suggests timing of neutering might influence how well dogs age.

10/26/2025

Spaying and neutering have long been standard practice, but research shows they can increase the risk of health problems. From joint issues to hormonal imbalances, these procedures may affect dogs differently depending on timing and approach.

Explore the science and learn more about alternatives here: parsemus.org/project/how-spaying-and-neutering-affect-health/

10/22/2025

10/22/2025

10/21/2025

Since 1984, October 18 has been recognized as World Menopause Day by the World Health Organization and the International Menopause Society. It’s a day to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support women worldwide as they navigate this important stage of life.

Learn more about menopause and hormone health on our page: parsemus.org/project/hormones-for-menopause/

10/12/2025

Nature’s toothbrush for dogs🪥

Researchers found that certain raw bones🦴 particularly spongy bones, can remove up to 90% of tartar and reduce gum disease in dogs. In just 3 days, spongy bones cleared 60% of buildup without harming teeth. Natural, effective, and safe (when done properly), could bones be part of your dog’s new dental routine?

Feeding bones is just one of the areas where dog parents get conflicting and confusing advice every day. So today at a special time, 3PM ET, Dr. Will Maginness joins us to tackle some of the biggest questions dog parents are asking about their pets’ health.

From how to choose the best bones to feed, to Dr. Will’s favorite support protocols and supplements if you have to give boosters or desex your dog.

We hope to see you today at 3pm ET!

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