Managing Gastroenteritis In Bulldogs And French Bulldogs

subject: Seeking Guidance for Bulldog’s Gastroenteritis 🐾 #PetHealth

Dear Dr. Kraemer,

I hope this email finds you well. My bulldog Sam is only 1 year old has been exhibiting indigestion including periodic vomiting, watery diarrhea like poop, and a noticeable decrease in appetite. 🤔 I’m a bit concerned its a gastroentritis but I  unsure about the best course of action. 🐶 I have tried him on a grain free diet as well as raw food with little imrovment. Could you please provide advice what food should she be on? should I add supplements? Any guidance you can offer would be greatly appreciated. 🙏

Thank you in advance! Jim  W. & Sam

INTRODUCTION:

Gastroenteritis in Bulldogs and French Bulldogs can impact both the stomach and intestines, encompassing a variety of medical conditions and frequently manifesting as vomiting, diarrhea, or a combination of both.

The duration of this condition can vary, ranging from acute episodes to lingering cases lasting weeks, months, or even longer.

Bulldog Gastroenteritis 5 X MUST KNOW

1. Vomit and diarrhea are among the most common medical findings.
2. Gastroenteritis can be severe, mild, short-term, or chronic.
3. Treatment might range from a diet change, rest, and therapeutic supplementation to hospitalization, IV fluids, and drugs.
4. Gastroenteritis can often lead to an imbalanced gut microbiome, dysbiosis, and leaky gut
5. Prevention includes Dr.Kraemer’s
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Managing Gastroenteritis in Bulldogs: CAUSE

Several factors can contribute to gastroenteritis in dogs, including those that alter the gut microbiome.

Here’s a list of possible causes:

• Ingestion: garbage or spoiled food
• Raw food: contaminated raw food,
• Stress diarrhea: often due to travel, anxiety, boarding, and noise.
• Parasites: intestinal worms, protozoa, and other microorganisms
• Viruses, like parvovirus and coronavirus
• Food Allergy
• Drugs, like antibiotics and steroids
• F. B (foreign body): toys, bones, etc
• Bacterial: like E. coli
• Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis
• Obstruction
• Autoimmune: like IBD and irritable bowel
• Inflammatory: colitis
• Cancer: like lymphoma

Many of those listed above affect the gut microflora causing dysbiosis and leaky bowls

Gastroenteritis in Bulldogs and French Bulldogs / PRESENTATION

Your bully might present with some or all of the following clinical signs:

• Dehydration
• Depressing and Lethargic
• Soft or Watery Diarrhea
• Dark Stool
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Abdominal Pain
• Frequent bowel movements

Vomiting and Diarrhea in Bulldogs: DIAGNOSIS

1. Fecal Test:
2. Blood Tests
3. Imaging:
   • Radiographs
   • Ultrasound
   • Endoscopy

Managing Digestion Problems in Bulldogs/ PREVENTION

• Deworming
• Vaccinations
• Cover your garbage
• Avoid raw food
• A balanced, quality diet

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• Bully Gentle Move: natural fibers
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Treatment for Bulldog  Gastroenteritis 

Not all cases of bulldog gastroenteritis necessitate drug intervention; some could be mild and resolve by themselves in a few days with a holistic approach that includes:

• a blended diet
• proper hydration
• electrolytes
• bully therapeutic supplements

GASTROENTERITIS AGE VULNERABILITY WARNING:

Puppies and seniors should be closely monitored, and treatment may need to be more aggressive due to their vulnerable immune systems.

• Puppies can suffer from depleted sugars, while adults with kidney insufficiency are more vulnerable to dehydration

DIET CHANGE:

Blend simple ingredients into a diet, like white-boiled rice and boiled chicken.

Prescription diets like Hillis i/d and Purina EN

HYPOALLERGENIC DIETS:

Hypoallergenic Diet Trial for a Minimum of 2–3 Weeks

Prescription diets like hills d/d and Purina HA

FLUID REPLACEMENT:

Intravenous or subconscious fluid that often includes electrolyte replacement

REST & CALM

Non-stressful environment and rest

Bully anti-anxiety supplements

GASTROENTERITIS COMMON MEDICATION (RX)

• Anti vomit
• Anti-reflux
• Antibiotics
• Deworming
• Steroids

Gastroenteritis in Bulldogs: TIPS and WARNINGS

Steroid and Antibiotic WARNINGS

Prescription medication can adversely affect the gut and intestine microbiomes (good bacteria). Thus, it should be used with caution.

Bulldog Gastroenteritis STRESS WARNING

Boarding, noise, and travel can trigger or compound bulldog gastroenteritis.

Gastroenteritis DEHYDRATION WARNING

Fluid and electrolyte loss due to severe or persistent vomiting and diarrhea can lead to serious dehydration that often needs to be managed at the hospital (IV).

Bulldog Gastroenteritis: CHRONIC DISEASE WARNING

Persistent, chronic, and unresolved bulldog gastroenteritis warrants a visit to your veterinarian and frequently necessitates diagnostic tests.

The test should include:

• fecal
• blood
• imaging.

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