Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)

When you think of brachycephalic dogs and their health concerns, what comes to mind? For most veterinarians and vet nurses and technicians, the answer is often “their obstructed airway”… but it doesn’t stop there! From gastrointestinal issues, skin problems, eye issues, heart disease and musculoskeletal abnormalities, the brachycephalic dog can be a challenging patient to treat for both general practice veterinarians and specialists. The second of two courses in 2024 focused on brachys, “The Brachycephalic Dog Part 2: Beyond the Airway” is a comprehensive four week online course that will focus on the multitude of co-morbidities commonly seen in brachycephalic dogs. You and your team will be able to provide the most comprehensive and up to date patient care for brachys, that considers the “whole” patient, from puppyhood to maturity, nose to tail (or lack/ thereof)! Each week will include a combination of tutorials, case studies, and quizzes to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of health concerns for brachycephalic dogs. By the end of the course, participants should be able to perform a thorough physical exam on brachycephalic dogs, recognise clinical signs and disease syndromes commonly seen in brachycephalic dogs and counsel owners on preventative health measures. Course participants will be equipped with a range of management and treatment strategies for common disease syndromes, including the latest surgical techniques, to help improve the quality of life for brachycephalic dogs.