Species: Dog
Condition: Hypoplastic Trachea
Organ System: Nervous/sensory
Hypoplastic trachea is abnormal cartilage growth in the windpipe. It is particularly prevalent in dogs with short faces, most notably the British bulldog and the Boston terrier. The excess cartilage blocks the flow of air resulting in symptoms ranging from noisy breathing to bronchopneumonia (inflammation of the lungs characterized by of a moist cough, lethargy and fever). If your dog displays these symptoms, your vet can take an Xray to determine the cause and severity of the problem. Mild cases of hypoplastic trachea can be controlled by managing your dog according to your vet’s advice; severe cases may require occasional medication.
Breeds exposed to Hypoplastic Trachea – Research Reference
Boxer Cross – (Tipold 2002)
Beagle Cross – (Tipold 2002)
Pug Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Bernese Mountain Dog – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Pug – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Bernese Mountain Dog Cross – Canine Inherited Disorders Database (CIDD)
Beagle – (Tipold 2002)
Boxer – (Tipold 2002)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
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This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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