Brachycephalism Today

Tight nostrils (stenotic nares) and an elongated soft palate cause constant, high-resistance breathing.

The health risks are severe; for instance, the average life expectancy of a French Bulldog has dropped to just four years in some studies. The "Flat-Faced Paradox": Why We Keep Breeding Them brachycephalism

Because they cannot pant effectively, these pets are prone to heatstroke. Tight nostrils (stenotic nares) and an elongated soft