
Collapsed trachea
A condition in small-breed dogs where the trachea weakens, causing breathing difficulties.
Why It Is Important?
Causes breathing difficulties in small-breed dogs, requiring careful management and sometimes surgery.
How to Apply to Your Dog?
Manage with weight control and use a harness instead of a collar.
Additional Information?
Most common in small breeds including Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, Chihuahuas, Toy Poodles, Shih Tzu, Pekingese, Maltese, Lhasa Apso, Pugs, and Italian Greyhounds.
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