6 Jun 2025

The case against designer dogs

From Afternoons, 1:10 pm on 6 June 2025

Dogs with flat faces and bulging eyes have become a popular choice for pet owners, but we're being warned their selective breeding puts them at risk for a large number of health problems.

Leading vet and academic Dr Dan O'Neill is a global advocate for stopping such breeding, and wants vets and rescue organisations to make a stand against what he calls "dog breeding lunacy".

He joins Jesse ahead of presenting his views at the NZ Veterinary Association Conference.

Image of sick dog

Photo: Royal Veterinary College, University of London

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