Brachycephalic Breeds Foundation – Preserving Heritage, Securing Health

At Stichting Kortsnuiten Blijven Bestaan, we are dedicated to the preservation and future of brachycephalic dog breeds with an FCI pedigree in the Netherlands. We believe that responsible breeding, with a focus on health and welfare, is key to protecting these special breeds.

Our Mission Our aim is to preserve brachycephalic dog breeds with an FCI pedigree, where health tests are an integral part of breeding. For us, purebred means that the parent animals and offspring are registered in a studbook recognised by the Raad van Beheer op Kynologisch Gebied in Nederland (Dutch Kennel Club)

Why is this important? Sadly, the future of these breeds is under pressure due to strict laws and regulations, partly influenced by one-sided reporting and anti-animal activist groups. We want to present a fair and balanced picture of brachycephalic dogs and the responsible breeders who are committed to their welfare.

What do we do? Our volunteers — brachy dog lovers and breeders — work daily on the Spread with honest information and breaking down misunderstandings. We do this by:

• Organising awareness campaigns across the country.
• Attending events to put our beloved breeds in the spotlight.
• Sharing knowledge on responsible breeding and the role of health testing.

Help us! Would you also like to contribute? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram en X for the latest news and updates.

Do you want to mean more? Become a volunteer or support us financially! Send us a message and we'll be happy to tell you how you can help.

Together, we ensure that brachycephalic breeds continue to exist. They are more than worth it!