The “FLAPPING” we SEE & HEAR is abnormal & results from an ELONGATED SOFT PALATE which can affect BRACHYCEPHALIC DOGS. Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is an Animal Welfare Issue that must be addressed proactively for a favorable outcome & to improve quality of life. What’s An ELONGATED SOFT PALATE? The soft palate = soft [...]

Why are STENOTIC NARES (Closed Nostrils) a PROBLEM ? Did you know that adequate thermoregulation is dependent on nasal ventilation ? Without the ability to breathe through the nose, brachycephalics are forced to breathe through the mouth. This is why we see these breeds open mouth breathing & panting. Stenotic nares are genetic, caused by [...]

The “FLAPPING” we SEE & HEAR is abnormal & results from an ELONGATED SOFT PALATE which can affect BRACHYCEPHALIC DOGS. Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is an Animal Welfare Issue that must be addressed proactively for a favorable outcome & to improve quality of life. What’s An ELONGATED SOFT PALATE? The soft palate = soft [...]

Folded Hands to @rlaibhen for Saint’s amazing update “I want to follow up with you guys since it’s been a while now since Saint has had his procedure. I’m happy to say that Saint is doing way better now since you did his procedure. His nose was looking a bit strange directly after the procedure [...]

Lucca’s living a better life 3 weeks after BOAS Laser Surgey ! This young frenchie had just recovered from aspiration pneumonia before visiting us for a BOAS laser surgery consultation. Lucca regurgitated at home daily, especially after activity & excitement, & struggled to breathe on a daily basis. Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome is an Animal [...]

“Will my dog need the nose or the throat corrected?” is a common question about improving breathing in BOAS. The answer in most cases is that both require correction in order to maximize the airflow, improve oxygenation, reduce exercise intolerance, & improve the quality of life for pets affected by Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome. BOAS [...]

Pugs have charming personalities but also have a 10 times higher risk for Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS). Pet parents should monitor their pugs for signs of respiratory distress, such as noisy breathing, snorting, snoring, coughing, or difficulty exercising, & seek veterinary care promptly if any issues arise. Regular vet visits are essential for early [...]

Pet parents ask “Will my dog stop snoring Zzz after BOAS surgery ? The answer is about 50-70 % of affected pets will have improvement in the level of snoring & the remaining 30 % will retain the same level of snoring. However, all affected dogs will improve their daily breathing & have an overall [...]