Educational information — awaiting veterinary review
- Typical adult weight
- 18–25 kg
- Size
- Medium
- Coat
- Short، Smooth
- Energy
- Low
- Grooming
- Low
- Shedding
- Moderate
Known colours: Fawn، Brindle، White، Red، Parti-colour
General temperament: Calm and friendly, but strongly affected by heat and exertion due to face shape.
- Flat-faced (brachycephalic)
- Caesarean births are common
- Poor heat tolerance
Inherited risks associated with the breed
- Brachycephalic airway syndrome (BOAS)
- Skin-fold dermatitis
- Difficult births / frequent caesareans
- Hip dysplasia
- Eye conditions (e.g. cataracts)
- Poor heat tolerance
An association with a breed does not mean an animal is affected. We never infer a medical condition from breed.
Screening to discuss with a vet
- Full veterinary examination before any decision
- Brachycephalic airway grading
- Hip scoring (X-ray)
- Eye examination by a veterinary ophthalmologist
- Heart check (auscultation, echo when advised)
Sources
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Educational examples taken from the known crosses in our breed list, not breeding endorsements. Each one is shown with its welfare notes.
This tool is educational only and does not encourage breeding. Outcomes can't be guaranteed, and it never replaces a vet.