Twelve new “flat-faced” dog breeds identified as at risk of deadly condition BOAS

Four Boston Terrier study participants with (from left to right) study authors Dr. David Sargan, Dr. Fran Tomlinson and Dr. Jane Ladlow, all from the Cambridge Veterinary School. (Fran Tomlinson via SWNS)

By Stephen Beech

Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Boxers and Chihuahuas are among 12 new "flat-faced" dog breeds identified as at risk of a potentially deadly breathing condition.

Twelve new “flat-faced” dog breeds identified as at risk of deadly condition BOAS

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Twelve new “flat-faced” dog breeds identified as at risk of deadly condition BOAS

Dr. Jane Ladlow (left) and Dr. Fran Tomlinson (right) from the Cambridge Veterinary School, with a Boxer study participant. (Stewart Copeland via SWNS)

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