{"id":16765,"date":"2022-03-25T10:59:18","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:59:18","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:18","slug":"why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my puppy&#8217;s chest bone stick out?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_puppys_chest_bone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my puppy&#8217;s chest bone stick out?\">Why does my puppy&#8217;s chest bone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Is_it_normal_for_the_breastbone_to_stick_out\" title=\"Is it normal for the breastbone to stick out?\">Is it normal for the breastbone to stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_is_a_protruding_chest_bone\" title=\"What is a protruding chest bone?\">What is a protruding chest bone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_dogs_bone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my dogs bone stick out?\">Why does my dogs bone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_causes_puppy_pigeon_chest\" title=\"What causes puppy pigeon chest?\">What causes puppy pigeon chest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_chest_bone_protrude\" title=\"Why does chest bone protrude?\">Why does chest bone protrude?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_dog_have_a_big_chest\" title=\"Why does my dog have a big chest?\">Why does my dog have a big chest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_breastbone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my breastbone stick out?\">Why does my breastbone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_upper_chest_bone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my upper chest bone stick out?\">Why does my upper chest bone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Does_pectus_carinatum_get_worse_with_age\" title=\"Does pectus carinatum get worse with age?\">Does pectus carinatum get worse with age?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_is_chest_protrusion\" title=\"What is chest protrusion?\">What is chest protrusion?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Can_pectus_carinatum_go_away\" title=\"Can pectus carinatum go away?\">Can pectus carinatum go away?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Is_it_normal_for_your_chest_bone_to_stick_out\" title=\"Is it normal for your chest bone to stick out?\">Is it normal for your chest bone to stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_dogs_back_bone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my dog&#8217;s back bone stick out?\">Why does my dog&#8217;s back bone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Should_I_be_able_to_feel_my_dogs_back_bone\" title=\"Should I be able to feel my dogs back bone?\">Should I be able to feel my dogs back bone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_is_a_bone_spur_in_dogs\" title=\"What is a bone spur in dogs?\">What is a bone spur in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_are_the_symptoms_of_spondylitis_in_dogs\" title=\"What are the symptoms of spondylitis in dogs?\">What are the symptoms of spondylitis in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Is_pigeon_chest_something_to_worry_about\" title=\"Is pigeon chest something to worry about?\">Is pigeon chest something to worry about?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Can_dogs_live_with_pigeon_chest\" title=\"Can dogs live with pigeon chest?\">Can dogs live with pigeon chest?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_does_pigeon_chest_indicate\" title=\"What does pigeon chest indicate?\">What does pigeon chest indicate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#How_is_pigeon_chest_causes\" title=\"How is pigeon chest causes?\">How is pigeon chest causes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_chest_bone_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my chest bone stick out?\">Why does my chest bone stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_chest_wall_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my chest wall stick out?\">Why does my chest wall stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#Why_does_my_dogs_chest_stick_out\" title=\"Why does my dog&#8217;s chest stick out?\">Why does my dog&#8217;s chest stick out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-puppys-chest-bone-stick-out\/#What_dog_breed_has_a_big_chest\" title=\"What dog breed has a big chest?\">What dog breed has a big chest?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_puppys_chest_bone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my puppy&#8217;s chest bone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes. <b>There is a genetic predisposition in some dog breeds, particularly brachycephalic breeds, but pectus excavatum can occur spontaneously in any breed. The condition may not be obvious until several weeks after birth unless it is a severe form.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_the_breastbone_to_stick_out\"><\/span>Is it normal for the breastbone to stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum, also called a protruding sternum or pigeon chest, is a rare deformity in children. It causes the chest and ribs to stick out further than they should. Only one or two children out of every thousand have a protruding sternum. This condition usually affects more boys than it does girls.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_protruding_chest_bone\"><\/span>What is a protruding chest bone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum is a condition in which the sternum (breastbone) protrudes, or sticks out, more than usual. It is the opposite of pectus excavatum, in which the breastbone is depressed inward and gives the chest a sunken appearance.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_bone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my dogs bone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What causes spondylosis deformans? <b>Spondylosis deformans is a chronic condition that is associated with aging. Research indicates that it often develops as a secondary problem related to degenerative disease of the intervertebral discs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_puppy_pigeon_chest\"><\/span>What causes puppy pigeon chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes. There is a <b>genetic predisposition in some dog breeds, particularly brachycephalic breeds, but pectus excavatum can occur spontaneously in any breed. The condition may not be obvious until several weeks after birth unless it is a severe form.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_chest_bone_protrude\"><\/span>Why does chest bone protrude?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum, also called a protruding sternum or pigeon chest, is a rare deformity in children. It causes the chest and ribs to stick out further than they should. Only one or two children out of every thousand have a protruding sternum. This condition usually affects more boys than it does girls.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_have_a_big_chest\"><\/span>Why does my dog have a big chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum is a genetic disorder of the chest wall. It makes the chest jut out. This happens because of an unusual growth of rib and breastbone (sternum) cartilage . The bulging gives the chest a birdlike appearance.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_breastbone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my breastbone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The cartilage between the ribs and the breastbone, or sternum, grows too much, causing the middle of the chest to point out. The protruding sternum becomes more noticeable during puberty as children go through a growth spurt. In fact, 90% of all cases of pectus carinatum are diagnosed after age 11.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_upper_chest_bone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my upper chest bone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum is a childhood condition in which the sternum (breastbone) sticks out more than usual. It is believed to be a disorder of the cartilage that joins the ribs to the breastbone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_pectus_carinatum_get_worse_with_age\"><\/span>Does pectus carinatum get worse with age?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prognosis. Pectus malformations usually become more severe during adolescent growth years and may worsen throughout adult life. The secondary effects, such as scoliosis and cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions, <b>may worsen with advancing age<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_chest_protrusion\"><\/span>What is chest protrusion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pectus carinatum, also known as pigeon chest, is <b>a chest wall deformity in which the sternum (breastbone) and ribs protrude. Other names are chest protrusion, protruding chest or protruding sternum. The condition may be caused by excessive growth of cartilage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_pectus_carinatum_go_away\"><\/span>Can pectus carinatum go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pectus carinatum is a long-term condition that <b>will not go away on its own. By itself, pectus carinatum is not dangerous. It does not cause any symptoms other than the abnormal appearance of the chest, and having it will not make you sick or shorten your lifespan.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_your_chest_bone_to_stick_out\"><\/span>Is it normal for your chest bone to stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum is an uncommon birth defect in which a child&#8217;s breastbone protrudes outward abnormally. Sometimes the deformity isn&#8217;t noticeable until after the adolescent growth spurt. For most children and teens, the main issue with pectus carinatum is the way it looks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_back_bone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my dog&#8217;s back bone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What causes spondylosis deformans? <b>Spondylosis deformans is a chronic condition that is associated with aging. Research indicates that it often develops as a secondary problem related to degenerative disease of the intervertebral discs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_able_to_feel_my_dogs_back_bone\"><\/span>Should I be able to feel my dogs back bone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Feel your dog&#8217;s spine Again, <b>you should be able to feel the bones, but they shouldn&#8217;t be protruding. If you can&#8217;t feel the bones, or they seem to be buried under fat, you have an overweight dog. If the spine is very pronounced with little or no flesh on top of the individual vertebrae, you have an underweight dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_bone_spur_in_dogs\"><\/span>What is a bone spur in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These bone spurs are simply <b>projected growths of bone, usually grown in response to aging, or injury. In dogs, spondylosis deformans occurs most often along the spine, in the area behind the chest, and on the upper section of the vertebrae of the lower back.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_spondylitis_in_dogs\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of spondylitis in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Symptoms of Discospondylitis (Spondylitis) in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Abdominal pain.<\/li>\n<li>Back pain or stiffness.<\/li>\n<li>Collapse.<\/li>\n<li>Depression.<\/li>\n<li>Fever.<\/li>\n<li>Hunched back.<\/li>\n<li>Lack of coordination.<\/li>\n<li>Lameness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_pigeon_chest_something_to_worry_about\"><\/span>Is pigeon chest something to worry about?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because it affects the shape of their chest, <b>some children and adults with pigeon chest may be unhappy with their body. This can have a big impact on their lives. Even if pigeon chest isn&#8217;t causing any physical problems, treatment may be recommended to improve your child&#8217;s self-esteem and quality of life.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_live_with_pigeon_chest\"><\/span>Can dogs live with pigeon chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs born with pectus carinatum often suffer from other issues, including scoliosis, or curvature of the spine. In severely deformed dogs, pectus carinatum can affect lung and heart function. However, <b>most pigeon-chested dogs live fairly normal lives, although they might experience exercise intolerance<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_pigeon_chest_indicate\"><\/span>What does pigeon chest indicate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pectus carinatum (pigeon chest) <b>occurs when the cartilage, the bones of the sternum (breastbone) and ribs do not properly form. As a result, the chest becomes abnormally pushed outward. The condition often goes unnoticed until puberty, when rapid growth and development may intensify the appearance of the defect.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_pigeon_chest_causes\"><\/span>How is pigeon chest causes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pectus carinatum is <b>caused by the abnormal development of the cartilage that connects the ribs. The exact cause is not known. The condition can run in families, however, so genetics may be a risk factor. Pectus carinatum occurs more frequently in people who have specific genetic conditions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_chest_bone_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my chest bone stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus carinatum is a childhood condition in which the sternum (breastbone) sticks out more than usual. It is believed to be a disorder of the cartilage that joins the ribs to the breastbone. Diagnosis and treatment are discussed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_chest_wall_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my chest wall stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the chest wall develops, the cartilage that connects the ribs usually grows flat along the chest. In cases of <b>pectus carinatum, this cartilage grows abnormally, causing unequal growth in the areas where the ribs connect to the sternum. This causes the outward appearance of the chest wall.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dogs_chest_stick_out\"><\/span>Why does my dog&#8217;s chest stick out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pectus excavatum is a genetic deformity of the chest bone, which causes the narrowing of the ribs and an indented or flattened chest. Pectus carinatum describes the congenital deformity of the chest bone causing the breast to bow outwards.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_dog_breed_has_a_big_chest\"><\/span>What dog breed has a big chest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Certain breeds such as the Keeshond, are naturally barrel chested. In some other breeds, like the <b>Labrador Retriever, the shape of the barrel chest has developed over time in some breeding lines but according to AKC regulations this feature is not desired in a true to breed specimen.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my puppy&#8217;s chest bone stick out?Is it normal for the breastbone to stick out?What is a protruding chest bone?Why does my dogs bone stick out?What causes puppy pigeon chest?Why does chest bone protrude?Why does my dog have a big chest?Why does my breastbone stick out?Why does my upper chest bone&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16765"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16765"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16765\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16765"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16765"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16765"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}