🐾 Longevity · research-grade
A mitochondrial-derived peptide researched for metabolic and healthy-aging markers.
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MOTS-c is a 16-amino-acid peptide encoded not by the cell nucleus but by mitochondrial DNA — one of a newly discovered class of 'mitochondrial-derived peptides.' It acts through the AMPK energy-sensing pathway to regulate metabolism, and notably rises with exercise while falling with age.
Everything here is research context to bring to your veterinarian — not a treatment claim, and not dosing advice.
A mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolic and anti-aging biomarkers. Newer and still research-stage in animals.
It's typically studied as a subcutaneous injection. The amount, frequency, and cycle length are decisions for your veterinarian, not a fixed chart.
Studied in: Dogs (research-stage).
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The single most important thing when sourcing any research peptide is knowing exactly what's in the vial. Here's the standard to hold any seller to:
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We don't sell it. Pet Peptides Club is an educational resource — we help you understand the research behind MOTS-c so you can have an informed conversation with your veterinarian, who can advise on sourcing a research-grade compound responsibly.
Yes — whatever the source, ask for a batch Certificate of Analysis (COA) from HPLC testing, so you can confirm the identity and purity of what's actually in the vial before it's used.
MOTS-c is a research-use compound and is not FDA-approved for pets, so safety can't be assumed. Talk to your veterinarian about whether it fits your specific animal, and start conservatively under guidance.
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Primary research on the compound(s) in MOTS-c. Most is pre-clinical or in other species and none establishes approved pet dosing — read it as context for a vet conversation, not instructions.
Research-grade — not veterinary advice. This is a research-use compound, not FDA-approved for pets. Nothing here is a treatment claim. Always consult a licensed veterinarian before giving anything to your animal.
CoreAge Rx and Trimi are licensed telehealth partners for medically-supervised GLP-1 weight-management programs — ask them about options for your own weight, or your pet's. Advertisement.
We may earn a commission if you sign up through these links, at no extra cost to you. Compounded medication; not FDA-approved. A licensed provider determines what's appropriate — for you or your animal.