Many brachycephalic dog breeds suffer with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS). This can make a dog struggle to breathe, find exercise more difficult, mean they breathe noisily, snore or ...

Jacqueline Boyd is affiliated with The Kennel Club (UK) through membership, as Chair of the Activities Health and Welfare Subgroup and member of the Dog Health Group. Jacqueline is a full member of ...

With their smushed-in faces and button noses, French bulldogs, pugs and bulldogs are among the most popular breeds in the U.S. But their stout stature has a dark side: the breeds are prone to health ...

As warmer weather approaches, small animal veterinarians see an increase in pets presenting with owner complaints related to “breathing problems.” Those complaints can have many different underlying ...

French Bulldogs are one of the most popular dog breeds in America. In fact, they’re so hot right now that they’re a target for theft, and sell for thousands of dollars on average. But dognapping isn’t ...

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Heart issues often show up without anyone noticing. They mix in with normal aging or changes in routine. Small shifts in breathing, energy, or appearance can sometimes carry more meaning than they ...