However, these flat faces – the official term being brachycephalic – usually mean that the animal’s breathing system is ...

Brachycephalic dogs, such as pugs and bulldogs, are known for their distinctive short skulls and flat faces. Unfortunately, this unique anatomy can predispose them to various spinal disorders.

Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome (BAS) is a condition that affects certain dog breeds with short, flat skulls, such as Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boston Terriers. These breeds are increasingly popular, but ...