🐾 KC/UoC Respiratory Function Grading Scheme – November date 🐾

Our next Kennel Club / University of Cambridge Respiratory Function Grading Scheme assessment on Wednesday 5th November at Millennium Vets, Braintree, Essex.

We’re pleased to announce that Millennium Vets will be holding our next Kennel Club / University of Cambridge (KC/UoC) Respiratory Function Grading Scheme (RFGS) assessment on Wednesday 5th November at our Braintree practice. (Our December date will be the 3rd Dec)
Assessments will be carried out by our Approved Assessor, Lindsey Nice BVetMed Cert SAS MRCVS.

Why is respiratory grading important?

Many brachycephalic breeds – including Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs – can suffer from a condition called BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome). This can cause noisy breathing, exercise intolerance, overheating, and in severe cases, significant health and welfare concerns.

The KC/UoC Respiratory Function Grading Scheme provides a simple, non-invasive way of assessing a dog’s breathing. Each dog is given a grade from 0–3 based on their respiratory health:

  • Grade 0: No evidence of breathing problems
  • Grade 1: Mild signs, not currently affecting health or exercise tolerance
  • Grade 2: Moderate signs – veterinary advice and potential treatment may be required
  • Grade 3: Severe signs – veterinary intervention strongly recommended

For owners, this gives peace of mind and valuable guidance on how best to support their pet’s health. For breeders, it helps make informed decisions to improve the welfare of future generations.

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Did you know we can also treat BOAS here at the practice? Lindsey and Shaun are both experienced surgeons in this area and have a passion in helping these dogs.

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How to book

πŸ“… Date: Tuesday 8th October
πŸ“ Location: Millennium Vets, Braintree, Essex
πŸ‘©βš•οΈ Approved Assessor: Lindsey Nice BVetMed Cert SAS MRCVS
βœ‰οΈ Bookings & enquiries: referrals@millenniumvets.co.uk

πŸ”— Find out more about the Respiratory Function Grading Scheme here: millenniumvets.co.uk/services/respiratory-function-boas-assessment

➑️ Places are limited, so please contact us soon to secure your appointment.

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