Short-term effects of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome surgery on fitness and exercise in brachycephalic dogs.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) significantly impacts the physical fitness of affected dogs. This study aimed to assess changes in physical fitness, as measured by vital signs and salivary cortisol and vasopressin concentrations, before and after BOAS surgery using a standardized fitness test.

Methods

A prospective clinical study was conducted on 35 brachycephalic dogs, including 13 Pugs, 21 French Bulldogs, and one English Bulldog. A preliminary examination included clinical anamnesis and a general examination. Physical fitness was evaluated using a submaximal treadmill test consisting of three 5-minute runs followed by a recovery phase. Vital signs were monitored throughout the test and saliva samples were taken before, immediately after and

SUBMITTER: Goossens J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11876419 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature