The Brachycephalic(flat-nosed) breeds have more difficulty
filtering polluting particles.
Why are Brachycephalic breeds so popular despite health problems?
The word'Brachycephalic' is actually a scientific term meaning“short head.”.
Applying pressure to the windpipe is not good for any dog,
but can be especially serious in Brachycephalic dogs that already struggle to breathe.
Applying pressure to the windpipe is not good for any dog but
can be especially serious in Brachycephalic dogs who already struggle to breathe.”.
Although rhinoplasty is the most common solution to address canine breathing problems,
it's not the only procedure to treat dogs with Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome.
The other thing to bear in mind is that some
Mastiffs have trouble breathing because they are a Brachycephalic breed which can make swimming more challenging for them.
Even though his cranial index was unusually broad and
almost Brachycephalic, the proportions of his long bones were tropically
adjusted like those of most other ancient Egyptians at that time.
Extreme examples of Bullmastiffs come with many
health issues more especially as they are a Brachycephalic breed with a wide head
and flatter muzzle which means they can have real trouble breathing.
They enjoy playing interactive games with their owners which includes things like"fetch" and catch the ball,
but thanks to their size and the fact they are a Brachycephalic breed, care should always be
taken not to overdo things which could make it hard for a dog to breath.