Enzo the Frenchie Puppy & BOAS

By |February 13th, 2025|Boas Laser Surgery|

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 [...]

Shih Tzu Elongated Soft Palate & BOAS Laser Surgery

By |December 26th, 2024|Boas Laser Surgery|

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 [...]

Frenchie Laser Nose Job

By |December 26th, 2024|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 [...]

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