Pet Parents Pod

Episode 102 Brachycephalic

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This week we discuss the history of brachycephalic dogs and cats. The problems with this trait, why we bred it into them, and hopefully we can inform folks to make more responsible decisions for these animals going forward.     

Sources: 

  • https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/evolution-petface-180967987/ 
  • https://pugfactsguide.com/what-did-pugs-originally-look-like/ 
  • https://dogtime.com/advocacy/60835-problem-breeding-brachycephalic-short-faced-dogs 
  • https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/brachycephalic-airway-syndrome-in-dog
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    Pet Parents PodBy Danielle, Heath, and Kipp