Why are brachycephalic breeds bred/bought?

Hi,

A question I have for other dog owners: Why are brachycephalic breeds even being bred anymore? Or should I say, who's buying them? (Not shaming those who have brachycephalic pets).

Brachycephalic pups (french bulldogs, pugs, etc.) have the shortest snouts and can barely breathe. They snort constantly trying to catch their breath. Imagine living like that for your whole life – a horrible quality of life. Sure, they're cute and sweet but live a low quality of life where they struggle to the most essential thing to live – breathing.

So, why are they even bred anymore? While there are some reputable breeders out there that focus on the health of the pups instead of trying to shorten their snouts, it seems most breeders of brachycephalic dogs are focused on selectively breeding them to have shorter and shorter snouts. It's not natural and honestly unethical.

So, why are they even bought anymore? Shouldn't people know that they suffer, and supporting irresponsible breeders focused on profit isn't good? (Btw if you've bought a brachycephalic pup then I am NOT trying to shame you at all.) These breeds shouldn't really exist…the dogs suffer.

I have a rescued little mutt pup (according to her DNA test she's mostly chihuahua and mini poodle) and she has a long snout and can always breathe really well, she rarely chokes or coughs. Most long snout dogs I've seen just seem so happy, and can simply breathe. But the brachycephalic ones I've seen just…aren't. They can't breathe right.

So, why are they bought anymore?