Igor has big, soulful eyes that hold the wisdom of a thousand lifetimes. Despite his lively spirit, Igor had a problem, he had a hard time breathing.

From the day he was born, Igor’s breathing was a bit off. His little chest would rise & fall with extra effort, & his breath would come out in short, wheezy gasps. Igor suffered from a condition called brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS).

His short snout, though adorable, made it difficult for him to take in enough air.

Igor, despite his struggle, was always full of energy. He loved to chase after butterflies in the garden, bark at the mailman, & snuggle up.

But there were days when breathing became too much of a challenge for Igor. On particularly warm days, when the air felt thick & heavy, Igor would lie on the cool kitchen tiles, panting heavily. His once playful spirit would dim, & his pet parent’s heart would ache to see their little friend struggle so much.

After examining Igor, it became obvious that Igor needed surgery to help open up his airways & make it easier for him to breathe.

Igor’s surgery was a success & day by day, Igor will grow stronger. His breaths will become less labored & his energy will return. Soon, he will be back to chasing butterflies & barking at the mailman, but now, there will be a new lightness to his step.

For the first time in his life, Igor will be able to run without stopping to catch his breath!

Igor will continue to live his life with the same curiosity & love he always has had, only now, he will breathe easier!