Flat Chest Syndrome - the silent puppy killer
Flat Chest Kit
Flat Chest Syndrome is common, especially in singleton and small liters. Many vets suggest euthanasia because they don’t know it can be fixed. This is a terrible unnecessary tragedy! Now James has invented a Flat Kit that saves these puppies.
What is Flat Chest Syndrome?
It is a condition in which a puppy’s chest becomes flat instead of rounded. This leaves less space for the heart and lungs to grow and function properly. The puppy develops shallow labored breathing and may die.
Early warning signs:
The early signs are easy to miss. If you treat the condition early while puppies’ bones are not fully calcified you can have a normal puppy instead of a deformed one! Typically Flat Chest Syndrome starts at around day 10 when their eyes are opening and some puppies are swimming like a walrus with their back legs splayed out, rather than getting up on their legs to move.
My experience and I’ve had a lot of it, is that flat chest puppies are bigger than the rest. This is very common in small litters where there’s not much competition for milk and milk supply is plentiful. Puppies are larger than normal and they don’t have to compete. They tend to lay around with their legs splayed out behind them and nurse on mum with little effort. The pressure on their chest laying continuously on a flat surface, flattens the rib cage which reduces chest volume and impacts breathing, and heart function.
I’ve seen vets recommend that these puppies are euthanized. However, I have never had a puppy that I couldn’t fix by two simple methods, taping up hind legs and using a chest prosthetic.
Why taping alone can fail:
- Taping the hind legs does not reliably reshape an already compressed chest.
- When the chest is notably flat, a brace provides space to allow the ribs to reshape.
- The sooner you apply a brace, the faster the recovery.
How the Flat Chest Kit works
- Supports and reshapes: Made of tough durable plastic that supports the ribcage so lungs and heart have room to function properly.
- Protects 24/7 during healing so the pup can breathe deeply and nurse normally.
- Fast results: Most pups show a rounded chest and improved breathing within 2–7 days with correct use.
- Safe and simple: No surgery needed! It’s easy to fit. Pups feel comfortable. Durable and washable
How to save your pup:
- Measure the puppy to get the right size Flat Chest Kit
- Call James at 580-799-2873 to order your life saving kit
- Snap the brace onto the pup. (It takes less than a minute!)
- Tape the back legs up and make sure the whelping crate floor is not slippery
- Leave the prosthetic on 24/7 until the puppy is up on its feet and the chest is no longer flat.
- 2-7 days typically fixes the condition. Early detection and treatment is crucial
Price and Shipping:
- Price: $24 each ($20 each when you buy three or more)
- Shipping in the continental US: Free USPS (2–7 days); FedEx 2nd Day $25; Overnight $35
- Payment: Venmo, Cash App, Apple Pay, PayPal, Zelle, Check
- Sizes: Small 7–10″; Medium 8.5–11.5″; Large 10–14″.
Call James now to get your Flat Chest Kit
(580) 799-2873
CHOOSE YOUR SIZE:
Small: 7-10 inch
Medium: 8 1/2-11 1/2 inch
Large: 10-14 inch
Typically, you will need only one adjustable size as the puppy grows.
To determine the right size, measure the chest circumference behind the front legs. Use a piece of string to wrap around the chest and check its length. Choose the size that fits that length.