I typically avoid the use of the term lifespan and really prefer the term healthspan. To me it's not about just racking up a numbers total but rather it's about having as many quality years as possible. There has been a shift in the human fitness world to talk about it in this manner. Unfortunately, like with most things, we are a little behind on the veterinary side. The studies we looked at last week did not take into account lifespan or behavior which are two factors that can greatly impact this discussion as well as the quality of a dog's life.
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