Real Domestic Dog Skull - Brachycephalic

This real domestic dog skull exhibits the distinctive flattened facial structure characteristic of brachycephalic breeds. The specimen displays several notable anatomical features: evidence of periodontal disease, four canines, a severe underbite, and pathology on the zygomatic arches. These conditions are commonly observed in short-muzzled dog breeds and provide valuable insights into breed-specific skeletal variations and dental health challenges. An excellent teaching resource for comparative anatomy, veterinary education, and understanding the skeletal consequences of selective breeding in domestic dogs.

All dogs, wild and domestic, are direct descendants of wolves. Dogs have been bred as pets and companions for thousands of years with the earliest known domestication taking place over 12,000 years ago. Today, dogs serve their best friend in several ways: as guides, home security, search and rescue, for hunting purposes, and to assist police in tracking criminals. There are over 400 recognized breeds of domestic dogs ranging from the smallest, the Chihuahua, to the largest of the breeds, the Irish wolfhound.

• Presents with evidence of periodontal disease; presents with four canines
• Presents with a severe underbite
• Exhibits pathology on the zygomatic arches
• Skull - Brachycephalic Length 18 cm (7.1 in)
• Skull - Brachycephalic Width 12.4 cm (4.9 in)
• Skull - Brachycephalic Height 10.2 cm (4 in)