This is a toughie...depends on the degree of the cleft. In bull breeds the danger of a cleft is in relation to how it undermines the breathing of the puppy. Also. another danger is that the milk goes up thru the cleft and into the nasal passage. It can then be aspirated back into the lungs and the pup is in a severe danger of pneumonia. Your vet would be the best one to question about this. I know in Boston's and other Bulldogs, they have been repaired successfully, but each case is different. Good luck with your baby...sounds like he is a fighter. |