Pugs, Pekingese, and French Bulldogs, etc., with their square mouths and short noses, are really cute to the point of fainting. However, "brachycephalic dogs" are also very prone to "brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome" (the name is too long, let's just call it "brachycephalic syndrome").
"Head Structure"
Although they have short noses, the internal structures are not less than those of long-nosed dogs. The internal structure of the nasal cavity is completely compressed, so the nasal passages and throat are narrower, which is why they often snore.
"Short-nosed dogs are prone to heatstroke and chronic heart disease"
This naturally cute face, which owners believe becomes even more adorable the fatter it gets, actually makes them more prone to "brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome," causing snoring and slower heat dissipation, making them more susceptible to heatstroke.
And difficulty in breathing can lead to many serious problems, such as heart failure, pulmonary edema, reduced arterial oxygen levels, and high blood pressure.
"Ways to Address It"
1. Weight loss - the most effective solution
Obesity exacerbates the symptoms of "brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome," and nine out of ten patients are overweight dogs, so weight loss is the most effective.
2. Temperature management
Pay attention to the temperature and humidity conditions; a cool and well-ventilated environment will reduce the dog's burden.
3. Medication therapy
It can alleviate the condition, but it cannot completely correct it, and long-term medication is not good for dogs. Corrective surgery
Involves removing part of the nasal cavity tissue, but the surgery requires cutting and anesthesia, which always carries risks.
"I don't want my dog to undergo surgery"
If you don't want to undergo surgery, you need to manage your weight well.Besides reducing "snacks," actually "regular meals" are the most important.
"Dry food" mostly contains carbohydrates, and it is very difficult for dogs to convert carbohydrates into their energy, so for dogs, it is just excess nutrition that will only make them fatter.
So if your dog has a weight problem, you should consider switching to a grain-free, low-carb raw meat diet for effective weight management.
"Head Structure"
Although they have short noses, the internal structures are not less than those of long-nosed dogs. The internal structure of the nasal cavity is completely compressed, so the nasal passages and throat are narrower, which is why they often snore.
"Short-nosed dogs are prone to heatstroke and chronic heart disease"
This naturally cute face, which owners believe becomes even more adorable the fatter it gets, actually makes them more prone to "brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome," causing snoring and slower heat dissipation, making them more susceptible to heatstroke.
And difficulty in breathing can lead to many serious problems, such as heart failure, pulmonary edema, reduced arterial oxygen levels, and high blood pressure.
"Ways to Address It"
1. Weight loss - the most effective solution
Obesity exacerbates the symptoms of "brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome," and nine out of ten patients are overweight dogs, so weight loss is the most effective.
2. Temperature management
Pay attention to the temperature and humidity conditions; a cool and well-ventilated environment will reduce the dog's burden.
3. Medication therapy
It can alleviate the condition, but it cannot completely correct it, and long-term medication is not good for dogs. Corrective surgery
Involves removing part of the nasal cavity tissue, but the surgery requires cutting and anesthesia, which always carries risks.
"I don't want my dog to undergo surgery"
If you don't want to undergo surgery, you need to manage your weight well.Besides reducing "snacks," actually "regular meals" are the most important.
"Dry food" mostly contains carbohydrates, and it is very difficult for dogs to convert carbohydrates into their energy, so for dogs, it is just excess nutrition that will only make them fatter.
So if your dog has a weight problem, you should consider switching to a grain-free, low-carb raw meat diet for effective weight management.
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