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Understanding Breed-Specific Health Risks in Pets – A Guide for Boca Raton Pet Owners Owning a pet is a lifelong commitment that requires not only love but also an understanding of breed-specific health risks. Certain dog and cat breeds are predisposed to hereditary conditions, orthopedic problems, and organ diseases, making preventative veterinary care essential. Being [...]
Compare Porkind (had BOAS surgery) to Rudy (before BOAS surgery). They are both Frenchie’s of the same age & the difference in their quality of life & breathing is obvious & clear. BOAS is an ANIMAL WELFARE ISSUE!
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 is caused by structural abnormalities in the airway, including: 1. Stenotic Nares: Narrow nostrils that restrict airflow. 2. Elongated Soft Palate: Excess [...]
Thankful to help Frenchie’s breathe & thrive with BOAS laser surgery !
Ever pinched your nose & attempted to breathe ? STENOTIC NARES are a genetic malformation of the cartilage in the nose. Without the ability to breathe through the nose, some brachycephalics must breathe through the mouth (open mouth breathing & panting) Did you know that THERMOREGULATION depends on NASAL VENTILATION ? Over time INCREASED airway [...]
Cavaliers can suffer from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. Penny came to us for a second opinion for chronic sleep apnea, panting, snoring, regurgitation, & exercise intolerance. We hope that Penny’s story inspires others to seek help when symptoms of BOAS are present.
Fiona’s Soft Palate was LONG & THICK creating an AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION ! Frenchies have a 17 times higher risk for an ELONGATED SOFT PALATE & Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) This occurs when the soft tissue at the back of the roof of the mouth is too long for the dog’s shorter skull, causing breathing [...]
In 2022, for the first time in 31 years, the Labrador retriever was dethroned as the most popular by the French Bulldog, & the French Bulldog has continued 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 [...]
Freeing Frenchies from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome with LASER SURGERY is GAME CHANGING.
Once again, the French bulldog has claimed the title of America’s favorite dog breed, the American Kennel Club is reporting. For the second consecutive year, the tiny titan continued to top the rankings at the No. 1 spot.
