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Old March 23rd, 2005, 11:25 AM
Lucky Rescue Lucky Rescue is offline
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I wonder if he is snorting because of problems with his nose
I have no doubt that his snorting and wheezing is because of the extreme shortness of his nose. I got this from a Persian site:

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It is normal for a Persian or Exotic to make snorting or wheezing noises, especially if he is excited. He may even pant like a dog during strenuous exercise, or if overheated. Do not confuse this breed characteristic with illness!
I think it's a darn shame to breed animals to the point where they can't do things normally.
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