What Are Dogs With Short Snouts Called?

The scientific word that vets use to describe short-nosed or flat-faced dogs is ‘ brachycephalic ‘. This comes from two Greek words meaning ‘short’ and ‘head’. Brachycephalic describes any dog whose muzzle looks like it has been flattened or squashed inwards. Why do short nosed dogs have breathing problems ? Causes and risk factors The … Read more