July 30th, 2012

Tracheal Collapse In Toy Breed Dogs

Toy breed dogs, particularly Chihuahuas, Toy Poodles, Pomeranians and Yorkies are especially prone to collapse of the trachea.  The condition usually appears in dogs age six or older, with those overweight dogs at very high risk. Tracheal collapse occurs because the rings of the trachea, which should be C-shaped, don’t have normal rigidity.  Because of […]