Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "巴哥犬" in Chinese language version.
The muzzle is short, blunt, square, but not upfaced.
Arthur says a healthier pug is possible — breeding for “less exaggerated” traits means we might be able to keep the pug but reduce the health problems.
The British Veterinary Association say their prominence on merchandise is fuelling a craze for flat-faced pets despite concerns over their welfare.
But these breeds are strongly predisposed to a range of severe disorders, including respiratory disease, eye disease, spinal disease, heat stroke and pneumonia, and their lifespan is reduced by on average four years compared to dogs with longer muzzles.
“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”.
One suggestion is that the “childlike” appearance of dogs such as pugs and bulldogs attracts us
But these breeds are strongly predisposed to a range of severe disorders, including respiratory disease, eye disease, spinal disease, heat stroke and pneumonia, and their lifespan is reduced by on average four years compared to dogs with longer muzzles.
“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”.
The British Veterinary Association say their prominence on merchandise is fuelling a craze for flat-faced pets despite concerns over their welfare.
One suggestion is that the “childlike” appearance of dogs such as pugs and bulldogs attracts us
The muzzle is short, blunt, square, but not upfaced.
Arthur says a healthier pug is possible — breeding for “less exaggerated” traits means we might be able to keep the pug but reduce the health problems.
