Pekingese, Shih Tzu and Staffordshire bull terrier among 12 dog breeds at risk of serious breathing condition

• 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 Tzu, Boston terrier, Staffordshire bull terrier, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, chihuahua and boxer.

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• 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 Tzu, Boston terrier, Staffordshire bull terrier, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, chihuahua and boxer.

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• https://phys.org/news/2026-02-pekingese-shih-tzu-staffordshire-bull.html