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Posted: 23rd May 2016
Owners urged to do their research
The Kennel Club has responded to the recent open letter calling on UK veterinary surgeons to take action on brachycephalic dogs.
In a statement Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club secretary, highlights a number of breeds recognised by the Kennel Club as at risk of developing brachycephalic constructive airway syndrome (BOAS). She urges puppy buyers to do ‘proper research’ into the health issues in their chosen breed and only go to a responsible breeder who puts dog health and welfare first.
To support breeders to make progress in affected breeds, the Kennel Club Charitable Trust is helping to fund a research project into BOAS led by the University of Cambridge.
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