Corrective surgery for stenotic nares and elongated palates.

Brachycephalic Laser Surgery

Brachycephalic Laser Surgery

Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome Brachycephalic airway syndrome encompasses a specific set of upper respiratory abnormalities found in brachycephalic dogs. Stenotic nares denote abnormally narrowed or small nostrils, posing a challenge for these dogs to breathe through their noses. Dogs with an elongated soft palate, the soft part of the roof of the mouth, suffer from a lengthened palate that obstructs the entrance to the trachea, leading to difficulties in air movement.

Surgical intervention is the preferred treatment when these anatomical abnormalities hinder a dog's breathing. Stenotic nares can be rectified through surgery, which involves removing tissue from the nostrils to improve airflow. In the case of an elongated soft palate, surgical procedures can shorten it to a more typical length, relieving breathing difficulties. We employ advanced CO2 Laser Surgery to address and correct these abnormalities. Surgery Pug or bulldog patient evaluated for brachycephalic laser surgery at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital Brachycephalic dog recovering after laser airway surgery at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital Fort Worth

Remy Check out Remy’s amazing transformation following stenotic nares surgery performed by Dr. Slough!

Dogs with short, flat faces can develop stenotic nares, meaning their nostrils are too narrow, which can restrict airflow. Surgery widens the nostrils, helping improve airflow and making it easier for them to breathe.

Just look at the difference between Remy’s before and after photos — those airways are looking so much more open!

We’re happy to share that Remy is recovering well at home after surgery yesterday. We love helping patients like Remy breathe easier and live more comfortably!

If you have a flat-faced pup and notice noisy breathing, exercise intolerance, excessive panting, or difficulty cooling down, talk with your veterinary team about whether an airway evaluation may be appropriate. Rooster and Riley's Story "Rooster and Riley struggled to breathe from birth and would have to be carried home on some walks. Rooster was always congested and had a snotty nose. The surgery recovery was incredibly easy and quick. They weren’t bothered with their healing noses. Now they play like savages, enjoy longer walks and run agility courses. We love their noses and their improved health."

- Laura C & Kellie P Valentina Valentina is a 2-year-old French Bulldog—underwent her spay, elongated soft palate surgery, and stenotic nares correction. She’s healing beautifully and already breathing so much better! Zuzu Before Operation After Operation Compassionate end-of-life care for pets at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital in Fort Worth Brachycephalic laser surgery patient Valentina receiving care at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital Coming soon graphic for new services at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital in Fort Worth TX Veterinarian performing brachycephalic laser surgery to widen airways in a flat-faced dog Zuzu, a canine surgical patient at Woodland Springs Vet Hospital in Fort Worth, TX