In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the breeding and sale of designer breeds in the Netherlands. These breeds, usually obtained by the mating of two purebred breeds, are favored because of their unique appearance and desirable traits they are believed to possess. However, the Dutch government is currently considering banning the breeding and sale of these breeds due to concerns about the animals' welfare and potential health problems.

Giant esophagus is a common and normal disease in dogs that causes dilation and dysfunction of the esophagus. This makes it impossible for the dog to swallow food properly and normally, causing it to become lodged in the esophagus and causing various health problems which is quite problematic. However, good news came that recent studies have shown that Viagra may become an effective and efficient treatment and therapy to help dogs with giant oesophagus.