Italians Can Resist Everything, Except Flat-Faced Dogs!

Italians Can Resist Everything, Except Flat-Faced Dogs!

Brachycephalic dogs remain highly popular despite the well-documented health problems associated with their conformation. The aim of this study was to investigate differences in the bonding between humans and dogs, behavioral characteristics, awareness of clinical breed-related ailments, and purchas...

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Main Authors:	Simona Cannas, Clara Palestrini, Sara Boero, Alice Garegnani, Silvia M. Mazzola, Emanuela Prato-Previde, Greta V. Berteselli
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-05-01
Series:	Animals
Subjects:	brachycephalic breed dog behaviors human–animal bond owner motivations pet ownership welfare
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/10/1496
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