Lulu the Shih Tzu is Breathing Better & Living a Better Life after BOAS Laser Surgery ! Did you know that Shih Tzus are brachycephalic breeds & can suffer from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) ? This condition arises from their anatomical features, including a short nose/flattened face, which can lead to breathing difficulties. BOAS [...]
Fiona the Frenchie is Finally Free from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome & is BREATHING Freely ! We are so thankful to have helped this beautiful girl live a better life !
Cuteness Overload Part 3 with Teddy Bear + Alara
Enzo the 4 month old frenchie was suffering from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) BOAS Laser Surgery can be considered as early as 6 months of age. Early intervention is beneficial for the following reasons: 1. Prevention of Secondary Changes: Chronic airway obstruction can lead to regurgitation (aerogastric disorders), aspiration pneumonia, everted laryngeal saccules, laryngeal [...]
Cuteness Overload Part 2 with Teddy Bear + Alara
Teddy Bear + Alara = Cuteness Overload!
FEAR FREE Kitten Complete ! Cypress the 18 week kitten was a bit nervous but responded well to a QUIET & THOUGHTFUL APPROACH with GENTLE HANDLING ! We hope you enjoy watching her story !
Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Your Pet The holiday season is a wonderful time for family, festivity, and fun, and our pets are cherished members of that family. At Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital in Boca Raton, FL, we understand the special bond between you and your pet and want to ensure that you [...]
In 2022, for the first time in 31 years, the Labrador retriever was dethroned as the most popular by the French Bulldog, and the French Bulldog continued on its winning streak into 2023. With the rise in popularity of the French Bulldog, there has been a rise in brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) cases in [...]
frenchie_gizmo412 SLEEP APNEA is GONE 5 days after BOAS Laser Surgery ! Sleep apnea is common in Frenchies & Extreme Brachycephalic (short-nosed) Breeds. Their flat face & narrow/compressed airways, makes it difficult for them to breathe properly, especially during sleep. The condition is part of a broader set of respiratory issues known as Brachycephalic Obstructive [...]
