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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Health
- Newsweek
French Bulldog's Reaction to Smelling Again After Surgery Delights Internet
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A video of a dog's reaction to smelling food for the first time after surgery melted people's hearts. A French bulldog named Kygo recently underwent surgery for a condition known as brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome, or BOAS. The surgery helps alleviate the breathing difficulties of brachycephalic dog breeds—like English bulldogs, pugs and Boston terriers—an article from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine said. The "nose job" surgery, as his owners called it on the dog's TikTok account @ involved opening his nostrils, reducing the soft palate and then removing laryngeal saccules to prevent further obstructions. And 24 hours postsurgery, Kygo's entire life changed as he rediscovered his sense of smell. In last week's TikTok video, which amassed over 7.5 million views and 1.6 million likes, Kygo intently sat next to his owners as they ate. He looked up with eyes full of amazement because the food smells wafted through his nostrils for the very first time since surgery. Screenshots from a TikTok video of a French bulldog smelling food for the first time after nose surgery. Screenshots from a TikTok video of a French bulldog smelling food for the first time after nose surgery. @ He wasn't begging for a nibble of their food, as many dogs might have done. Instead, he tilted his head higher, embracing all the delicious aromas in a new way he hadn't experienced before. His nostrils flared in and out in amazement. Now, he's a smelling machine and can't get enough whiffs of everything around him. Newsweek reached out to the owners via email for additional information and comment. What Do the Comments Say? With over 5,770 comments, the TikTok video started a debate among viewers. Many fell in love with Kygo's precious reaction, calling him the "goodest sniffer." "Sniffing in HD now," wrote a viewer, while another pointed out: "The way he looked at you after the first sniff was like, 'Omg, you right!'" A third user commented: "He looks like he's suspicious about his newfound sense of smell." However, others believed this clip shined a light on the dangers of breeding dogs. They claimed the surgery could have been avoided. "The fact we have to perform this surgery on some breeds in the first place is HIGHLY upsetting," a person said. The article from Cornell said BOAS is a genetic condition, and these dogs, which have difficulty breathing, require surgical therapy or have a hypoplastic trachea, should not be considered for breeding. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Implications of buy-online-and-assemble-in-store approach for firms, consumers and environment
FAYETTEVILLE, GA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 / / -- By building a game-theoretic model, researchers have found that a larger proportion of professional consumers can incentivize firms to adopt the buy-online-and-assemble-in-store (i.e., BOAS), while higher handling or traveling costs may lead firms to avoid its use. This study not only contributes to the existing literature, but also provides actionable insights for practitioners. With the rapid development of digital technology and diversification of consumer needs, companies have adopted the buy-online-and-assemble-in-store (i.e., BOAS) approach to better meet the individual needs of consumers. Through BOAS, consumers can place orders online, pick up the products and enjoy services such as assembly at a physical shop. However, due to uncertain post-processing costs, it remains unclear whether companies would benefit from the use of BOAS. Furthermore, the impacts of BOAS on consumers and the environment are of research interest. In a study published in the KeAi journal Sustainable Operations and Computers, a team of researchers at South China University of Technology considered a monopolistic firm selling products that require consumers' post-processing assembly for effective use. 'There are two consumer types with heterogeneity in handling products and consumption preferences,' explains lead author Guanxiang Zhang. 'Specifically, professional consumers excel at product post-processing and prioritize product price and quality more highly, whereas amateur consumers demonstrate weaker post-processing skills and are more concerned with convenience and service quality.' Notably, the distribution of consumer types and product post-processing costs affect the firms' introduction strategies of the BOAS. Companies may be more willing to introduce the BOAS when facing a high proportion of professional-type consumers. Conversely, with higher handling costs, traveling costs and value perception proportions, firms may be more inclined to forego introducing the BOAS. 'Generally, the use of BOAS is favorable for consumers because it offers a better consumer experience,' says Zhang. 'However, we found BOAS may put consumers at risk, as its may idecrease consumer surplus when the share of professional consumers is high. This also explains why companies like Uniqlo went downhill after introducing the BOAS while TUHU gained a strong competitive advantage in the car service industry.' Furthermore, from the perspective of environmental performance, the introduction of the BOAS channel can reduce waste and energy consumption by centralizing the final assembly or customization of products. 'Implementing the use of BOAS may raise the retail price of products in the online channel and ultimately reduce total demand, says Lipan Feng, corresponding author when discussing the effects of BOPS use on firms' pricing decisions and demand. 'Our study contributes to the existing body of knowledge by elucidating the nuanced effects of BOAS on firm strategies and sustainability, providing actionable insights for practitioners navigating the complex omni-channel landscape.' References DOI 10.1016/ Original Source URL Funding Information This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (72372044; 72002024), the Guangzhou Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (2023A04j1071), the Guangdong Soft Science Research Project (2024A1010060001), and the Project of Guangzhou Philosophy and Social Science Planning (2023GZYB20). Lucy Wang BioDesign Research email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Crufts introduces new breathing assessment for brachycephalic breeds
All French Bulldogs, Bulldogs and Pugs competing at Crufts must now have a vet assessment of their breathing before they're allowed to compete at the world-famous dog show. This requirement has been introduced to protect the health of these popular breeds and raise awareness about the importance of health testing amongst the public. The breathing condition is known as Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS), with dogs having to pass the test before they're allowed to enter the world's greatest dog show. READ MORE: Woman who raped children with Tinder lover dies in jail as investigation launched READ MORE: Why supermarket shelves are empty as expert says it could get worse Those with a grade 3 score, which means that are affected by BOAS and showing signs of the condition, will not be allowed to take part. Crufts, run by The Kennel Club, is a unique celebration of happy, healthy dogs and of the loving relationship that they enjoy with their owners. Crufts is held from 6-9 March 2025 at the NEC Birmingham. Viewers can follow all the action and highlights on Channel 4 and More4, and for further information and tickets visit
