Stenotic Nares Surgery for Brachycephalic Breeds

Meet "Beau Jackson". This handsome 7-month-old lug of an English Bulldog had a terribly long soft palate. 

Two weeks ago I neutered him and surgically removed the excess soft palate tissue. Look at the difference in these photos! Beau is doing great and will now be far less likely to suffer from heat stroke this summer. 

Bulldog (brachycephalic) breeds suffer from an array of airway defects including a narrow windpipe ("hypoplastic trachea"), tight nostrils ("stenotic nares"), and an over-long soft palate that flaps up against the opening to the windpipe with every breath. Stenotic nares and over-long soft palates can be surgically corrected. 

I have developed expertise with these airway corrective surgeries and am fortunate enough to help a few bulldogs each week. 

I am here to help!

Sincerely,
Dr. Kimberly Daffner
(310) 376-0072

A note from the Family Pet Clinic of Redondo Beach team:

Dr. Daffner was not only a beloved member of our team but also a dedicated expert in bulldog and flat-nosed breed care. Her knowledge and passion have left a lasting impact on our clinic and the lives of countless pets. As a tribute to her legacy, we have chosen to keep her informational blog posts available on our website. These articles contain a wealth of knowledge that may be helpful to other veterinarians and pet owners. However, please note that we are no longer offering the specialized services mentioned in these blog posts at Family Pet Clinic of Redondo Beach. We sincerely appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at (310) 376-0072. Thank you for your continued support.