brachycephalic
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Serpell also said that brachycephalic dogs should be kept "lean," adding that they should not be exercised during the warmest times of day: 12 PM to 6 PM.
From Salon ● Sep. 4, 2023
His advice to owners of brachycephalic dogs is "avoiding letting them or taking them outside during especially warm periods."
From Salon ● Sep. 4, 2023
Passengers with brachycephalic dogs contend with even fewer choices because of a widespread ban on snub-nosed canines, which are prone to breathing issues.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 7, 2023
She is one of the country's leading experts in brachycephalic breeds.
From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2023
Thus taking the length as 100, if the width exceeds 80, the skull is to be classed as brachycephalic.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" by Various
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