The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

Biohacking for Pets: How to Supercharge Your Pet's Health & Longevity - Dr. Gary Richter : 1084

Aug 31, 2023

Dr. Gary Richter, a renowned veterinarian and bestselling author, shares his expertise on biohacking for pets. He discusses essential supplements and the pros and cons of pet diets, including controversial vegan options for cats. Richter highlights genetic testing and innovative treatments like ozone therapy for enhancing pet health. He emphasizes the role of nutrition, particularly MCT oil, in improving longevity. Listeners will find out how proper pet care can mirror personal wellness strategies, benefiting both pets and their owners.

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Vegan Cat Food

Don't feed cats a vegan diet.
Cats are obligate carnivores and need meat to survive.

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Cat Lifespans

Indoor cats can live into their late teens or early twenties.
Outdoor cats have an average lifespan of only three to four years due to various dangers.

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Pet Longevity

Optimize your pet's diet for longevity, just like humans.
Proper nutrition is crucial for their health.

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Exploring Pet Diets and Lifespan: The Truth About Cats

03:46 • 2min

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Enhancing Pet Longevity

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The Science of Aging and Pet Nutrition

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Exploring Biohacking Therapies for Pets

27:34 • 2min

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Healing Pets: Integrative Approaches and Nutritional Insights

29:36 • 17min

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Optimizing Pet Health with MCTs and Biohacking

46:18 • 15min

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Enhancing Pet Health Through Nutrition and Longevity Tips

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Enhancing Pet Health Through Biohacking

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Longevity for Cats

Gary Richter

You've heard lots on this show about biohacking, longevity, and how to help your brain and body perform better. But what if you could do the same things for your pet? I've spent most of my life with pets and/or farm animals so I’m thrilled to have my longtime friend, Dr. Gary Richter, America's favorite veterinarian, here to tell you all you need to know about biohacking for your pets.

Dr. Gary Richter, DVM, is a distinguished veterinarian, international bestselling author of The Ultimate Pet Health Guide, and founder of Ultimate Pet Nutrition. He’s also the author of two new books, Longevity for Dogs and Longevity for Cats. Dr. Richter is certified in veterinary acupuncture, as well as veterinary chiropractic, understanding the benefits of both conventional and holistic treatment methods. He also places great emphasis on the well-being of the pet owner, knowing that a sick pet can cause great strain on a person's life.

Today, we talk about what supplements your pet should be consuming, how you can regenerate their health, genetic testing for pets, what's coming in the future, the things a lot of people believe about pet diets that are absolutely not true, and a bunch of other stuff from a top expert in the field.

All the studies show that having a pet raises your oxytocin. It makes you live longer. It increases heart rate variability. It makes your kids have healthier gut biomes, on and on. Tune in to start learning how to support your pets as well as they support you.

00:03:00 — How Long Can Our Pets Really Live?

• The truth about vegan cat food

• How long cats and dogs can live

• Why biohacking pets may be easier than for humans

• Why dogs like cat poop

• The oldest animals he’s worked with

• Physiological differences between dogs and humans

• How much it costs to invest in your pet’s longevity

• Pillars of aging for pets

• The root of genomic instability and suggested solutions

00:16:22 — Nutritional Support & Preventative Care for Pets

• What to feed your pets for optimal health