"Now there's a new tool to help would-be dog guardians choose a new puppy or dog who is more likely to be healthy and not suffer from health issues related to their looks. It's called the Innate Health Assessment, and it was created by the Royal Veterinary College's Dr. Dan O'Neill for the UK's All-Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare. It has the backing of more than 20 UK animal organizations."
"The tool arose because some dog breeds have extreme conformation-such as a flat face (brachycephaly), corkscrew tail, or bulging eyes-that can cause poor health and suffering. For example, dogs with flat faces can struggle to breathe and suffer from brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. The French Bulldog is one breed affected by this issue. Despite the fact that they are small dogs, and small dogs tend to live longer than big dogs, the avera"
An Innate Health Assessment enables prospective dog guardians to assess whether a puppy or dog is likely to be healthy and free of appearance-related health problems. The assessment complements traditional breed-specific health tests by highlighting innate issues linked to conformation, such as brachycephaly, corkscrew tails, and bulging eyes. The tool was developed by the Royal Veterinary College's Dr. Dan O'Neill for the UK's All-Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare and is supported by more than 20 UK animal organizations. Prospective owners are advised to use the assessment and to ensure both parents are tested when buying a puppy.
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