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Adam England

Mandatory health testing for flat-faced dogs introduced at Crufts for first time with non-invasive breathing assessment

Bulldog being shown at Crufts .

Crufts is almost here once again, with the world’s largest dog show returning to Birmingham, England, from March 6–9. More than 24,000 dogs are set to be welcomed to Crufts 2025, all vying for the chance to be crowned Best in Show.

It was reported last year that brachycephalic, or flat-faced, dogs – like pugs and French Bulldogs – would need to pass a new breathing test to take part in Crufts 2025, marking the first time that a health test has been mandatory at the dog show.

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