Sentences with phrase «threatening airway obstruction»

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Whilst many perceive the wrinkly faces of flat - faced pooches as appealing and adorable, in reality, dogs with short muzzles are predisposed to a plethora of serious and often life - threatening health problems, such as tracheal collapse (obstruction of the airways), heart disease, ulcers, and skin infections.

Unfortunately, swallowing a toy could lead to a life - threatening airway or GI obstruction, so this is a factor that must always be considered when selecting toys for your pets.

Severe airway obstructions are not uncommon, and they should be considered life threatening.