Brachycephalic Pets (dogs and cats with flat faces) including, but not limited to French Bulldogs, Bulldogs, Boxers, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Shih Tzus, Boston Terriers, Mastiffs, Brussels Griffons, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apsos, Pekingese, and Pugs.
- Brachycephalic Pets:
- Including, but not limited to, the following breeds:
- French Bulldogs
- Bulldogs, Boxers
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
- Shih Tzus
- Boston Terriers
- Mastiffs
- Brussels Griffons
- Japanese Chin
- Lhasa Apsos
- Pekingese
- Pugs
- Brachycephalic pets are always considered high risk due to their unique anatomy, which includes:
- Narrow airways
- Elongated soft palates
- Tracheal abnormalities
- These factors increase the risk of complications during anesthesia, including breathing difficulties, respiratory depression, airway obstruction during recovery, and aspiration. These pets require careful monitoring and specialized care.
- These factors increase the risk of complications during anesthesia.
- Surcharge: $75
- Additional Consent Required: An additional high-risk consent form/signature will be collected to move forward with the procedure, if allowed per the veterinarian’s discretion.
