Veterinarians have long known that some flat-faced dog breeds have trouble breathing. Now, new research suggests these ...

A study published today in the journal PLOS One found that in 12 breeds, a flat face, collapsing nostrils, and rounded ...

Chihuahuas are at risk of the same breathing difficulties as pugs, a study has shown. Between 25-50 per cent of the ...

University of Cambridge researchers have identified 12 dog breeds at increased risk of a breathing disorder long associated mainly with pugs and French bulldogs. The study, which assessed nearly 900 ...

A new study finds some flat-faced dog breeds face serious breathing risks, expanding concern beyond the most well-known short-muzzled dogs.

Research reveals more short-snouted dogs besides pugs and bulldogs that struggle with breathing. Pekingese and Japanese Chins topped the study's list.

Humans have been breeding dogs to have traits that we desire for thousands of years. As a result, the wolves that grew comfortable around and eventually started living with us have transformed into th ...

You’ve probably heard that purebred dogs aren’t as healthy as mixed breeds. It sounds logical—more genetic diversity should mean fewer inherited problems.

In short-skulled (brachycephalic) dogs, a very flat face, collapsing nostrils, and a plump physique are associated with difficulty breathing, with ...

Scientists have identified a further 12 dog breeds as being at risk of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome—a condition that can cause serious breathing problems—including the Pekingese, Shih ...

Bulldogs and pugs are far from the only dogs frequently suffering from breathing problems, new research shows.