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Trendy Dogs Face Euthanasia Due to Health Crises
14 Feb
Summary
- Shelters report a 500% increase in abandoned flat-faced dogs since 2017.
- Many abandoned dogs require expensive surgeries for basic functions.
- Euthanasia is increasingly the only option for suffering animals.
Dog shelters across the UK are reporting a 'heartbreaking' rise in abandonments of flat-faced breeds, with some being forced to euthanize these popular dogs. Breeds like French Bulldogs and Pugs, once desirable for their appearance, are overwhelming shelters due to severe, lifelong health conditions stemming from 'extreme conformations'.
Since 2017, one shelter noted a 500% increase in such abandonments, with many dogs requiring costly veterinary treatment or surgery to perform basic functions. The financial and emotional burden of these ongoing medical needs often proves too much for owners, leading to surrender.
This surge has placed an unsustainable financial strain on charities, with veterinary bills escalating rapidly. Some shelters are now turning away animals, aware that euthanasia might become their only recourse due to the severity of their conditions and lack of viable treatment options.
