Historically, a dolichocephalic (elongated) head shape was the norm. Currently the norm has changed to a more brachycephalic (shorter and broader) shape. Since the American Academy of Pediatrics ...

And it’s not just dogs that are affected; cats and rabbits can also have shortened head shapes with repercussions on their health. Let’s take a look at some of the brachycephalic animal breeds.

Brachycephalic, or "brachy" dogs - like pugs ... "We now know that several severe health issues are linked to the extreme body shape of pugs that many humans find so cute," Dr Dan O'Neill ...

Parents of brachycephalic infants who are concerned about their infant's head shape should be counseled and reassured that it is normal and that no treatment is necessary. Prevention measures ...

And it’s not just dogs that are affected; cats and rabbits can also have shortened head shapes with repercussions on their ...