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Minni Mouse: Call against cruel breeding - Cologne animal shelter sets an example!
At the Cologne- Zollstock animal shelter, bulldog mix “Minni Mouse” recovered from breathing problems after a life-saving operation.
Minni Mouse: Call against cruel breeding - Cologne animal shelter sets an example!
In the Cologne animal shelter in Zollstock, a video of the bulldog mix lady “Minni Mouse” is causing a stir and making people think. The charming dog suffered from shortness of breath since birth, a fate that is not uncommon for her breed. The typical deformities of bulldogs, such as an elongated soft palate, narrow windpipe and an oversized tongue, often lead to health problems that cause the animals considerable suffering. The animal shelter provocatively asks the question: “Is suffering sweet?” and answers with a clear “No. Torment breeding is forbidden.” This statement is supported by the recent experience with “Minni Mouse”, whose inflamed and thickened airways were successfully treated with an expensive operation. The animal welfare association covered the costs for this. Fortunately, the female bulldog mix has now found a new home on trial, where she can hopefully live a pain-free life.
But “Minni Mouse” is not the only dog affected by the frightening consequences of so-called torture breeding. According to that Animal Welfare Association Many popular pet breeds, including the French Bulldog, suffer from serious health problems. In addition to having difficulty breathing, these animals are also prone to deafness and other diseases. Breeding is conducted primarily for aesthetic characteristics, which results in significant suffering. Owners often choose these breeds based on trends or prominent role models, which further increases demand and drives breeders to new, problematic breeding practices.
The consequences of torture breeding
As the Action Animal reported, many animal health insurance companies do not offer adequate coverage for cruel breeding, which means that owners are often left with high costs themselves in the event of vital operations. A comprehensive expansion of the airways, which is necessary for many affected dogs, can quickly cost over 3,000 euros. In addition, it cannot be ruled out that further interventions will be necessary after a few years, for example due to scar tissue that has formed. Many of the physical impairments, such as deformed heads or noses that are too short, cannot be corrected through surgery. Not only does this cause ongoing breathing problems, but it can also cause chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract, potentially leading to gagging and diarrhea.
Owners of French Bulldogs therefore not only have to adapt to the constant health problems, but also to the associated challenges in everyday life, such as the need for frequent floor cleaning or the need for regular care, for example of the skin folds or the anal region, in order to avoid inflammation. The image of dogs that are so popular because of their breed is a double-edged sword. They are very popular, but also entail considerable responsibility for the owners.
In summary, it is time for society to become more aware of the suffering of animals that are forced into breeding because of beauty ideals and market trends. The sad reality, as made clear by the example of “Minni Mouse”, should encourage us all to rethink. It is up to us to speak out for these animals and advocate for a ban on cruel breeding.