Boston Terrier

Snoring and Flatulence- Because of their short snouts, Boston Terriers make a lot of breathing noises. They tend snort, wheeze and pant loudly. They are also very gassy little dogs.

Heat Sensitivity- Bostons also have some degree of breathing difficulty due to their short snouts. This brings with it the danger of over-heating. Being exposed to more heat than their bodies can dissipate through panting, could quickly become lethal for this dog.

Separation Anxiety-Boston Terriers love companionship, so it's no wonder that they become frustrated when they're left home alone. Click the link above for tips to help minimize the "accidents" on your carpet and destructive chewing of your belongings.

Breathing Difficulty- Some conditions which can contribute to making this problem worse are Cleft palate and Elongated Soft Palate- This is seen commonly in breeds with pushed-in faces. Even mild cases often require surgery to correct. Symptoms to watch for include labored breathing, coughing, gagging, heavy snorting and fainting.

Stenotic Nares- A softening of the cartilage in the nasal cavity which makes it hard for a dog to inhale air. This can cause enlarging of the heart and flattening of the chest. It's miserable for the dog and surgery is the only way of correcting it. Symptoms include; nasal discharge, labored breathing followed by snorting and lethargy due to lack of oxygen.

Eye Problems- Bostons are prone to Corneal Ulcers and Cherry Eye. Cherry eye occrus when the gland of the third eyelid prolapses and becomes visible. It appears as a red mass in the inner corner of the eye. These conditions are all painful for your dog and will require treatment or surgery to correct. Bostons are also prone to cataracts.

Hip Dysplasia is a developmental subluxation of the hip joints which can eventually lead to lameness. It's causes are genetic as well as environmental. A secondary concern of this affliction is osteoarthritis.

Patellar Luxation-A joint condition in which kneecaps dislocate. This is very painful for your dog and expensive to correct. This is a common complication among many small breed dogs.

The use of pet steps has been shown to significantly reduce the wear and tear on joints. Please consider them if you own or plan to own a Boston Terrier.

Many Bostons also suffer due to allergies, Heart murmurs, deafness and Hypothyroidism- Hypothyroidism is a condion of the thyroid gland that can cause hair loss and obesity.

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