CM is very common in two
brachycephalic toy breed dogs, the Cavalier King Charles spaniels (CKCS) and Griffon Bruxellois (GB), with reported frequencies of almost 100 % and up to 65 % respectively [2], [4], [5].
Not exact matches
Small, miniature, and
toy breeds are way more affected, and the same goes for
brachycephalic dogs, these are
dogs with those with shorter faces such as Bulldogs, Pugs, Pekingese, etc..
The below common causes of canine dystocia are proven right by the frequent diagnosis of birthing problems in specific
breeds (small and
toy breeds, but also overweight
dogs, and
brachycephalic breeds).
Brachycephalic and
toy breeds can be prone to having a tongue that is overly long compared to their mouths compared to other
breeds and
dogs with either an underbite or an overbite are more likely to develop this condition as they age.