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Why do big dogs age faster?
Scientists believe bigger dogs age faster due to 'jumping genes' disrupting their DNA. These rogue DNA sequences move around, inserting themselves into important genes and speeding up the ageing process. This uncontrolled activity contributes to widespread chromosome chaos, increasing the risk of cancer and age-related decline, explaining their shorter lifespans.
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