Pet health experts have assessed the health status of almost 900 dogs and have identified 12 raca inclined towards obstructive airway syndrome in dogs with short noses and flat faces, which, as it turned out, has become a major obstacle in their daily lives. Studies show that serious respiratory disorders in these dogs are much more common and that the list of affected breeds is expanding.

Dogs with short noses and flat faces, known as flat-faced breeds, have become very popular in recent years, researchers say. But as the popularity of these breeds has grown, so have health problems, especially obstructive airway syndrome, often distinguished from noisy breathingThis condition can lead to difficulty with activity, inability to sleep, and poor endurance in heat or stressful situations.

The main concern is especially related to races english bulldog, french bulldog and PugTo find out which other breeds are at risk, experts studied 898 dogs nga 14 raca: affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer, cavalier king charles spaniel, Chihuahua, Mastiff of Bordeaux, Brussels Griffon, Japanese Chin, maltese, pekingese, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu and Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Telegrafi reports.

All dogs underwent breath testing and detailed body and facial measurements. pekingese and Japanese Chin had the highest risk, with over 80% problematic individuals. Five breeds had moderate risk, occurring in half to three-quarters of dogs: cavalier king charles spaniel, Shih Tzu, Brussels Griffon, Boston Terrier and Mastiff of BordeauxOnly at maltese and Pomeranian no dogs were found with clinical signs of disease.

Researchers found that respiratory disorders are triggered by three main factors: obesity, narrowing of the nostrils and extreme flattening of the faceThe analysis suggests that other features, such as very short or curly tails, may be associated with the physical changes associated with this syndrome. Therefore, potential owners should obtain puppies from parents who have undergone appropriate health screenings and be informed about the potential health consequences of extreme physical changes, especially those in the face.

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