Ban on flat-faced dogs at Crufts 'a long time coming'

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Ban on flat-faced dogs at Crufts 'a long time coming'

Should flat faced dogs be banned from crufts? The RSPCA are calling for an end to breeds like Pugs, French Bulldogs and British bulldogs competing at the annual dog show – they fear that it’s making the breeds more popular, and with so many of these suffering from breathing issues – they say it’s a serious concern. Andrea was joined by Gerry Boland, Animal Rights Campaigner, Founder and Spokesperson of Animals Behind Closed Doors, Sean Deimer, Member of health and wellbeing committee of the Irish kennel club and international judge and other listeners to discuss…

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Ban on flat-faced dogs at Crufts 'a long time coming'