leoti PetForums VIP in short no there heads do not split or crack it is simply a line that appears in the middle of the head as the dog matures in to adult hood the line which you see is caused by muscle growth in the dogs head which leaves this indent which to some may appear as if the dogs head has splits. 30 июл. 2010 г.
What age does a dog's head split?
Sometime after they are around 6 months old, but usually older, a Staffy puppy's head will “split”. This process is called a lot of things, from spreading to splitting to cracking.
What does dogs head split mean?
The head 'split' is just a myth. Like locking jaws. Heads widen with maturity regardless of breed, then a lot is simply down to genetics and muscle mass.
What dogs head cracks?
Why do the heads of Staffordshire bull terriers crack? - Quora. Bull breeds have a lot more muscle than other breeds. Muscle and cartilage developes around their jaws and up to the top of their heads as they grow, making them look like they have a cracked head.
Why do dogs have a line on their skull?
Officially Called an “Occiput” This bony protuberance has an actual name: an “occiput.” It is a natural part of a dog's anatomy and is there for a couple of reasons. Its primary purpose is to protect the bones of the dog's skull and, in turn, his brain.
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