{"id":16795,"date":"2023-02-02T09:13:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T16:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/?p=16795"},"modified":"2023-02-02T05:46:19","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T12:46:19","slug":"flat-faced-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/health-wellness\/flat-faced-dogs","title":{"rendered":"The Special Needs of and Best Products for Flat-Faced Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

French bulldogs<\/span> are one of the most popular dog breeds in the U.S. Among city dwellers, at least, the \u201c<\/span>Frenchie<\/span>\u201d is finding itself leading the pack at a<\/span> dog park<\/span><\/a> near you. In fact, the breed is so popular, the American Kennel Club (AKC) says the French bulldog is the #1 pooch in <\/span>NYC<\/span><\/a> and many other cities around the country — including Honolulu. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite their popularity, many <\/span>dog owners<\/span> don\u2019t realize the special <\/span>health risks<\/span> that come with <\/span>flat-faced dog breeds like Frenchies<\/span>. A recent study by the U.K\u2019s <\/span>Royal Veterinary College<\/span><\/a> (RVC) says the flat-faced breeds tend to suffer from <\/span>eye problems<\/span>, <\/span>heatstroke<\/span>, and, yes, <\/span>breathing difficulties<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also known as brachycephalic dogs, the term \u201cbrachycephalic\u201d relates to their short noses and the shape of their head, which is flatter than other dog breeds. While adorable, this head shape can, unfortunately, lead to serious long-term <\/span>health problems<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yet, <\/span>dog owners<\/span> love the flat face dogs despite their <\/span>health issues<\/span> and recommend them to others. Certainly, these pooches have winning personalities. Despite their snorting and snoring while sleeping, flat-faced pups tend to be friendly and outgoing when they\u2019re awake.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, since many of them are small, they don\u2019t require hours of daily exercise which makes them perfect for city-dwelling dog lovers. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, veterinarians do want <\/span>dog owners<\/span> to be aware of the<\/span> health risks<\/span> <\/a>that go along with these breeds. First-time owners, in particular, may not be prepared for the potential vet bills that can accompany these friendly flat-faced pooches. Or the fact that their skin folds<\/a> need regular cleaning!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond Frenchies, this facial shape relates to over a dozen other brachycephalic breeds. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examples of Flat-Faced Breeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Besides the <\/span>French bulldog<\/span>, there are several other breeds that belong to the <\/span>flat-faced dog<\/span> category. They include: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n