Why can’t Bruno BREATHE through his NOSE ? Try to PINCH your nose & breathe !

Without the ability to breathe through the nose, brachycephalics must breathe through the mouth (open mouth breathing & panting)

Stenotic nares are genetic, caused by a malformation of the cartilage in the nose.

Did you know that adequate thermoregulation depends on nasal ventilation ?

Over time the increased airway resistance from pinched nostrils leads to increased effort to breathe in. This is hard on the larynx, which can collapse, making breathing nearly impossible which can lead to death.

Fortunately, EARLY & PROACTIVE measures to address BOAS leads to BETTER OUTCOMES & makes a SIGNIFICANT IMPACT on the QUALITY of LIFE in affected dogs.

SYMPTOMS of BOAS include:
1. Noisy breathing, snoring, wheezing, snorting
2. Open Mouth Breathing
3. Exercise Intolerance
4. Gagging
5. Choking
6. Regurgitation
7. Abdominal Breathing
8. Bluish Color (instead of pink) of Gums

An OPEN NOSE in DOGS is important for:
1. Smell: they have an extraordinary sense of smell, much more acute than humans. This helps them detect scents at much lower concentrations, which is crucial for hunting, tracking, & detecting drugs, explosives, or medical conditions.
2. Communication: they use their noses to communicate with each other & understand their environment. They can pick up pheromones & other scent markers left by other animals.
3. Navigation & Identification: they rely on their sense of smell to navigate their surroundings & identify familiar people, places, & objects.
4. Cooling Mechanism: the nose plays a role in regulating body temperature. Dogs sweat through their paw pads & noses, helping them to cool down.
5. Health Indicator: the nose can be an indicator of health. Changes in moisture, color, or temperature of a dog’s nose can sometimes signal health issues.

Overall, a dog’s nose is a vital tool for survival, communication, & overall well-being.