brachycephalic
adjective
brachy·ce·phal·ic
ˌbra-ki-sə-ˈfa-lik 
: short-headed or broad-headed with a cephalic index of over 80
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French bulldogs, Boston terriers, cavalier King Charles spaniels and other brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds have become incredibly popular due to their unique appearance.
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Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
For example, brachycephalic breeds like pugs have difficulty breathing in hot climates, while short-haired breeds may struggle in colder climates.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The Nature study found that factors like a dog’s skull shape (brachycephalic, or short-nosed dogs), obesity, and age significantly increased risk of heatstroke.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 26 July 2024
Temperatures that may be safe for a young, healthy mutt, may be lethal for a senior, overweight, brachycephalic purebred like a bulldog.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 26 July 2024
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Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
For example, brachycephalic breeds like pugs have difficulty breathing in hot climates, while short-haired breeds may struggle in colder climates.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The Nature study found that factors like a dog’s skull shape (brachycephalic, or short-nosed dogs), obesity, and age significantly increased risk of heatstroke.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 26 July 2024
Temperatures that may be safe for a young, healthy mutt, may be lethal for a senior, overweight, brachycephalic purebred like a bulldog.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 26 July 2024
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brachycephalic
adjective
brachy·ce·phal·ic
ˌbrak-i-sə-ˈfal-ik
: short-headed or broad-headed with a cephalic index of over 80
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