Sleep Apnea


Sleep Apnea
Can Labrador retrievers, or any other dogs suffer from sleep apnia?
Sleep apnea is a rare condition where the bodies automatic breathing mechanism fails during deep sleep. The patient doesn't breath, and either wakes up panting, or dies from lack of oxygen. This condition does occur in cats and dogs of all breeds, but is very rare. Most cases are not recognized, contributing to the unknown causes of sudden death in puppies. In a recognized case, the mechanical devices used for humans, can be used for dogs. These alarms keep track of the patient's breathing, and wake the dog with a loud noise if breathing stops.
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Sleep apnea is a rare condition where the bodies automatic breathing mechanism fails during deep sleep. The patient doesn't breath, and either wakes up panting, or dies from lack of oxygen. This condition does occur in cats and dogs of all breeds, but is very rare. Most cases are not recognized, contributing to the unknown causes of sudden death in puppies. In a recognized case, the mechanical devices used for humans, can be used for dogs. These alarms keep track of the patient's breathing, and wake the dog with a loud noise if breathing stops.

Sleep Apnea

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