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fromMail Online
5 days ago

Experts reveal the 15 dog breeds at risk of SERIOUS breathing problems

Brachycephalic dog breeds commonly suffer Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS); 12 additional breeds show varying risk levels, causing lifelong breathing and welfare problems.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A New Checklist Helps You Choose a Healthy Dog

Now there's a new tool to help would-be dog guardians choose a new puppy or dog who is more likely to be healthy and not suffer from health issues related to their looks. It's called the Innate Health Assessment, and it was created by the Royal Veterinary College's Dr. Dan O'Neill for the UK's All-Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare. It has the backing of more than 20 UK animal organizations.
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