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Having a short, broad head with a cephalic index over 80.
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What is the opposite of brachycephalic?
The opposite of brachycephalic (short-faced) is dolocephalic (long-faced).
What is a brachycephalic dog?
Brachycephalic means 'short faced', and includes dogs such as the bulldog and pug.
Are chihuahuas brachycephalic?
No, most chihuahuas are not brachycephalic. Brachycephalic means 'short head' and is seen notably on bulldogs or pugs. Chihuahuas have an average maxilla, called mesaticephalic. Other dogs have a very long head, called dolichocephalic, such as an afghan or greyhound. That being said, I have seen a Chihuahua mix that was brachycephalic. It made him appear even more bug-eyed than usual.
Do brachycephalic people have high narrow heads?
no
How do you you pronounce brachycephalic?
Sounds like Brack ee sef alick
What is a dog with a pushed in face called?
pugs or Boston terriers oh and boxers
What are dogs with short snouts such as bull dogs and pugs called?
they are called brachycephalic (pronounced: brac-e-sif-alic)
Why do Boston terriers have flat noeses?
It is called brachycephalic, they have them because the breeds that were originally mixed together to create the Boston Terrier had smushed in faces, like the English Bulldog.
Moderate or gentle heat?
Brachycephalic dogs (Short nosed dogs such as pugs and bulldogs) do okay in moderate or gentle heat in the day. These breeds struggle to cool themselves efficiently so do not do well in high temperature.
What are dogs with short wide skulls?
Dogs with short, wide skulls are referred to as brachycephalic breeds - literally "short head". Examples of these dogs include Pugs, Boxers, Frenchies, Maltese and other 'snub-nosed' breeds.
Are labrador retrievers bracycephalic?
No, Labradors are mesocephalic, medium head size, as are Border Collies, Pit Bulls, Malamutes, etc.. Brachycephalic means short head size, so dogs like Bull Mastiffs, Pugs, Boxers, etc. And dolichocephalic means long head size, such as Collies, Greyhounds, etc.
I heard that Pekingese dogs die fast because of their small nose is this true?
It depends. Due to their adorable brachycephalic faces, they may suffer breathing problems, and due to their thick coats, they will overheat. Really, they don't usually die because of their noses. Just don't over-exert your peke in hot weather.
