Brachycephalic surgery
Expert BOAS Surgery in Blackburn & Melbourn's East: Helping Your Dogs Breathe Easy with 50+ Years of Combined Experience.
Do you have a brachycephalic dog or cat such as Pug, French, British or Aussie Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Himalayan, or Persian cat? Or are you considering owning one? If so, you've come to the right place!
Special breeds need special care
We possess extensive experience in treating brachycephalic breeds. Dr. Kang has a genuine passion for flat-faced dogs and is a proud owner of two Pug crosses. He previously served as a main surgeon at two of the most renowned clinics for these breeds in South East Melbourne, bringing unparalleled expertise to our practice..
We know from experience what advice you need and how to manage the conditions, including:
BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome): Stenotic nares, Elongated soft palate, Everted laryngeal saccules, Hypotrachea, Caudal aberrant turbinates
Vomiting due to the reflux of stomach contents caused by BOAS
Allergies: itchiness, skin and ear infection, food allergy
Eyes: KCS (dry eye), Cherry eye
Eyelashes: Ectopic cilia, Trichiasis, Distichiasis
Eyelids: Entropion, Ectropion
Spinal disorders: Hemivertebrae, Degenerative myelopathy. Spina bifida.
Orthopaedic conditions: Cruciate ligament, Patella (kneecap) luxation, Hip and Elbow dysplasia
Urogenital disease: vulvoplasty, Urethral prolapse
Anal sac or gland disease
Corkscrew tail surgery
Professional FAQ for BOAS Surgery
Q1: Is BOAS surgery safe for my senior Bulldog?
A: Any surgery carries risks, but for brachycephalic breeds, experience is the key to safety. With our senior surgical team's 50+ years of combined experience, we use safe anaesthetic protocols tailored for senior flat-faced dogs to ensure the highest safety standards.
Q2: When is the best time to consider BOAS surgery?
A: Early intervention is best. If your pet snores loudly, struggles in heat, or tires easily, a 20-minute comprehensive consult with Dr Kang can determine if surgery will prevent secondary heart and airway issues.
The patient's left nare (nostril) has just been surgically widened; please note that this photo was taken during the surgery and there is a small amount of blood visible.