Prevention and Wellness in Adult Bulldogs and French Bulldogs
Prevention and Wellness in Adult Bulldogs and French Bulldogs does not stop when you bulldog puppy matures.
There are going to be a few age modifications and prevention finetuning to accommodate the aging and transition into adulthood.
Adult Bulldog And French Bulldog Prevention MUST DO
1. Adult Bulldog Must Read GUID BOOK:
Bulldogs are high maintenance; advance preparation will save you financial and emotional distress. Your adult bulldog is an integral part of your family unit, a sound preparation will strengthen that bond.
Take the time to review an authoritative medical resource preferably one that specializes in the breed and focuses on prevention and wellness.
In order to maximize the associated benefits of bully preventive care it must start early and maintained through all life stages
DR KRAEMER’S VET4BULLDOG
Dr. Kraemer’s Vet4Bulldog is an autorotative one-stop site centered on bulldog prevention care and wellness. It combines practical, easy-to-implement medical advice, preventive maintenance, tips & warnings, and step-by-step practical treatment recommendations.
Vet4bulldog comprehensive content complies with 30 years of clinical experience, including general practice, surgery, alternative medicine, and emergency ICU critical care, For the last 20 years, Dr. Kremer founded, owned, and was the medical director of a bulldog specialty hospital that specialized in bulldog medicine, surgery, and anesthesia.
Dr. Kraemer’s Vet4Bulldog mission and focus is PREVENTIVE CARE. To help optimize health, longevity, and cost we highly recommend that you use this site as you’re your primary bulldog care resource and continue doing so through your bully life stages.
For more about bulldog preventive care click HERE
2. Adult Bulldog VETERINARIAN & MEDICAL TEAM:
Find a veterinarian who is experienced with bulldog idiosyncratic breed-specific medical problems. Make sure that your selected veterinary team has the expertise to prevent, care for, and if needed repair the breed’s common health problems.
Selecting the right veterinary team is essential.
For more about Dr. Kraemer click HERE
3. Bulldog and French Bulldog V4B THERAPEUTIC SUPPLEMENTS:
Dr. Kraemer’s bully therapeutic preventive supplements are an ideal solution to ensure your bulldog’s current and future good health
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Dr. Kraemer’s vet4bulldog’s core mission is prevention via a non-pharmaceutical alternative modalities .
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4. Bulldog V4B THERAPEUTIC TOPICALS:
Just like Dr. Kraemer’s V4B bully supplements his bully topical therapeutics are low-cost, safe, and easy to implement.
Dr. Kraemer’s V4B therapeutic line of bully products offers a wide range of topicals that help implement long-term preventive care.
The V4B bully therapeutic topicals include:
- MEDICATED SHAMPOO
- MEDICATED CREAM RINSE CONDITIONERS
- MEDICATED GELS & LOTIONS
- MEDICATED WIPES
- MEDICATED RINSES & SPRAY
Dr. Kraemer’s vet4bulldog’s core mission is prevention via non-pharmaceutical alternative modalities.
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5. Bulldog STNOTIC NARES MUST DO:
Bulldog stenotic nares is a collapse of the nasal cartilage leading to a severely pinched nose. The condition is part of a restrictive airway syndrome we call “brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)” or in plain language the “flat squash face/head syndrome”. The pinched nose condition can be observed early in life and is usually manifested with a loud breathing sound, sleep apnea, and snorting.
French bulldogs are particularly vulnerable to this condition. Both English and French bulldogs suffering from stenotic nares often suffer from other BOAS problems most commonly elongated soft palate.
DIAGNOSIS: is visual and auditory
PREVENTION: avoid breeding bulldogs with BOAS they are likely to pass it to their offspring
MANAGEMENT: minimal stress and excitement, therapeutic supplements that promote calmness and reduce stress.
TREATMENT: surgical correction
Bulldog stenotic nares is debilitating and stressful and will progress as your bully ages, thus treatment timing is critical
To learn more about bulldog stenotic nares click HERE
6. Bulldog ELONGATED SOFT PALATE MUST DO:
Bulldog elongated soft palate is one of the most common, debilitating, and serious airway problems both English and French bulldog experience as they mature into adulthood. Just like stenotic nares, it is also part of the brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS) or in plain language the “flat squash face/head syndrome”. The “overgrown” palate blocks laryngeal airflow and without timing intervention can lead to laryngeal fatigue and irreversible laryngeal collapse. Vomiting and retching are commonly making them a high risk for aspiration pneumonia
DIAGNOSIS: sedation or anesthesia is required for a visual diagnosis, radiographs and auditory stridor, hacking, retching, exercise intolerance,
PREVENTION: avoid breeding bulldogs with BOAS they are likely to pass it to their offspring
MANAGEMENT: minimal stress and excitement, therapeutic supplements that promote calmness.
TREATMENT: surgical correction
Bulldog elongated soft palate is debilitating and stressful and overtime will progress thus treatment timing is critical
To learn more about bulldog stenotic nares click HERE
7. Bulldog SEDATION & ANESTHESIA SAFETY:
Your bully veterinarian should be well versed in the breed pre-anesthetic protocols, anesthesia induction, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op recovery. Due to their airway problems anesthetics risks are much higher in brachycephalic breeds such as the English bulldog and French bulldog, and as they age that risk intensifies.
Dr. Kraemer was the founder, owner, and medical director of a bulldog and French bulldog specialty hospital and the founder and owner of Vet4Bulldog.com. Both his hospital and website focus is bulldog preventive care. Dr. Kraemer designed custom-made bully anesthetic protocols to help optimize their safety and recovery.
Dr. Kraemer is also one of the leading and early providers of alternative medicine that combined cutting-edge therapies such as stem cell therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma, and Cold Laser therapy complemented by his own line of therapeutic nonprescription bully topicals and bully supplements.
The local bulldog rescue group might be able to provide you with a referral to a bulldog vet.
For more about bulldog and French bulldog, anesthesia, and sedation safety click HERE
8. Aging Bulldog SCREENING HEALTH CHECK (Labs):
As your bulldog ages, screen labs become more essential and vital preventive measure, the most common tests are
BULLDOG LAB CHEMISTRIES:
That includes among others
- GLUCOSE: Blood sugar: that can help rule out diabetes
- BUN & CREATININE: Kidney function, that can help rule out renal disease
- ALT, AST, BILIRUBIN: Liver enzyme THAT can help rule out a degenerative change of the liver, overuse of drugs, gallbladder, and duct, liver cancer, etc
- Pancreatic enzymes
- CALCIUM, SODIUM, POTASSIUM: Electrolytes levels can help rule out a wide range of conditions such as adrenal crisis
BULLDOG CBC:
- RBC: red blood cells can help rule out anemia
- WBC: white blood cells of various types can help rule out infection and inflammation
- TEMPLATES & CLOTTING FACTORS: can help rule out bleeding problems (coagulation)
BULLDOG URINE ANALYSIS
Can help rule out urine infection, stones, and kidney disease
9. Aging Bulldog DIET & NUTRITION:
A balanced quality diet and proper nutrition are essential to your adult bulldog’s well-being and wellness. You should use a diet designed for adults; they have different nutritional needs during their adulthood than the puppy and senior bulldog. You don’t need to buy expensive hyped diets, avoid gimmicks and marketing ploys. In general, I would recommend sticking to the brand and prescription manufacturers.
At times prescription diets will be recommended, common reasons are food allergies, kidney disease, urinary stones, obesity, digestive problems, etc.
You can supplement the diet with therapeutic bully supplements
To learn more about adult bulldog nutrition and diets click HERE
10. BULLDOG STEM CELL & CYROBANKING
Stem cell therapy is a cutting-edge new therapeutic modality that Dr. Kraemer is one of the early pioneers who adopted and offered same-day treatment with the option of cryobanking for future needs.
Stem cells are abundantly stored in adipose tissue (fat), in bulldog puppies they can be harvested during the elected procedure like spaying and neutering easily, safely, and at a minimal cost. They can be used for immediate treatment or banked for future needs. Those additional stored stem cells can be called upon and used at a low cost, safely, and usually awake without the need for anesthesia.
To learn more about bulldog stem cell therapy click HERE
11. BULLDOG INTESTINAL PARASITE PREVENTION (FECAL & DEWORMING):
Puppies as well as mature aging bulldogs can suffer from a wide range of parasitic infestations both topically and internally.
Early parasitic preventives are vital for the well-being of your bulldog and Fr. Bulldog
Bulldog and French bulldog intestinal parasites include both worms and contagious protozoan organisms. Those parasites can be enquired from the environment, or from another parasite such as fleas. Those parasites can cause serious physical harm to your bulldog.
BULLDOG PARASITES PUBLIC HEALTH ZOONOSIS:
Intestinal parasitic prevention is critical for the safety of your kids and family. Many of those parasites are contiguous and harmful to humans. Children are especially vulnerable due to their immature immune systems and lack of understanding of proper hygiene practices.
Intestinal parasitic prevention is critical for the safety of your kids and family
INTESTINAL PROTOZOA in Bulldog and French Bulldog Puppies:
The common protozoa are contracted from the environment and water sources contaminated by fecal material.
They are very contagious, thus easily spread at boarding and breeding facilities.
DIAGNOSIS: Diagnosis is usually done by a fecal test and based on matching clinical signs. The typical clinical signs are diarrhea, often with blood, vomit, weight loss, dehydration, and stunted growth.
PREVENTION: Prevention includes stress-free living, therapeutic supplements, vaccines, environmental control, and sound hygiene.
TREATMENT: Treatment includes dewormers and in severe cases hospitalization supportive medicine and fluids.
To learn more about bulldog protozoa click HERE
INTESTINAL PARASITE in Bulldog and Fr. Bulldogs
- Roundworms
- Tapeworms
- Hookworms
Intestinal worms can be found at all ages and should be preventively treated. Tapeworms are carried by fleas, when the flea gets licked and swallowed by your dog the adult tapeworm is born. Hookworms can latch to the intestine wall and cause anemia
DIAGNOSIS: Part of the diagnosis is based on physical signs, physical evidence of the parasite in vomit or stool, and of course their presence on a microscopic fecal test.
PREVENTION: Preventive Care includes proper nutrition, therapeutic supplements to boost the immune system and reduce stress and anxiety, routine fecal testing and prophylactic dewormings, and proper hygiene
TREATMENT: Treatment includes deworming, and symptomatic support.
12. BULLDOG FLEAS & SKIN PARASITE PREVENTION
- Fleas
- Sarcoptic Mange Mite
- Demodex Red Mite
- Dermatophytes “Ringworms”
Fleas are heat sensitive thus they thrive in a warm climate but not so much in hot or cold ones
BULLDOG FLEAS PRESENTATION:
In most places, they can be seen during the warm months on your pet’s coat and skin over the belly or the back. They feed on your pet’s blood thus you might recognize their presence by finding their fecal material. Flea poop is digested blood seen as black pepper-like deposits on your pet’s fur.
Intense itching and hair loss around the back and the base tail are consistent with a flea allergy, in contrast to cats a large percentage of dogs are allergic to flea bites.
BULLDOG FLEAS PREVENTION:
Prevention includes flea prevention, and regular combing to check for fleas and flea-poop. As always keep your bulldog healthy, in a stress-free clean environment, and practice good hygiene.
BULLDOG DEMODEX MITE
Other skin parasites are demodex mites that are common to bulldog puppies at their mild juvenile localized form, it’s usually self-limited and will subside once the puppy’s immune system matures. It usually presents as non-itchy focal baldness.
In contrast to the puppy’s mild focal demodicosis, the adult type is usually generalized, diffuse, and dramatic. It tends to last, can progress in its severity, and become itchy due to secondary infection.
All forms of the demodex red mites are not contagious.
DIAGNOSIS: skin scrape with oil under low power microscope
PREVENTION: reduced stress to avoid suppression of the immune system, therapeutic immune boosting, and calming supplements.
TREATMENT: Treatment inculded form usually topical medicated bully antiseptic degreasing shampoos and gels as well as bully supplements to boost the immune system as mentioned above. Some flea preventives also can help treat and prevent demodex.
Adult demodicosis should be treated aggressively.
The adult form might require antibacterial and antifungal topical and systemic treatment for secondary infections
To learn more about senior bulldog demodicosis click HERE
13. BULLDOG VACCINE PREVENTIVE BOOSTER
Bulldog and French bulldog mature dogs usually require a booster of their core vaccines once every 3 years
BULLDOG & FRENCH BULLDOG CORE VACCINES
- Parvovirus
- Distemper
- Adenovirus
- and Rabies
Non-Core vaccines are optional and per case and situation and include vaccines such as kennel Cough, Parainfluenza, and Leptospirosis
Some breeders provide the customer’s vaccines to be given by them at home others object to them or some of them. I would avoid the form and ignore the other. The merits of giving your bulldog vaccination should be discussed and decided with the help of your vet not with a local store or breeder.
Puppy vaccines are usually boosted once again after 1 year and then every 3 years
14. BULLDOG HEART & HEART VESSELS PARASITE PREVENTION
Heartworms are transmitted to your bulldog by a mosquito bite. The parasite ends up clogging the main heart vessels and heart chambers. Mosquitoes are more common in some regions thus you can consult your veterinarian bout your regional status.
DIAGNOSIS: Your bulldog might exhibit fatigue, persistent cough, exercise intolerance, and distended belly-filled fluid and end in fetal heart failure. Due to the heartworm cycle, the lab test is only effective at6 months of age and above. We can also find them in a blood sample under a microscope and often evidence of their pathology on radiographs and/or ultrasounds.
PREVENTIVE: indoor, mosquito prevention/control. There are multiple preventive products in oral topicals and injectables that should be used annually in endemic areas.
TREATMENT: you want to avoid treatment by proper prevention. The treatment can be dangerous, expensive, and require long confinement.
PARASITE PREVENTIVE in Bulldogs and French Bulldog
- Fecal Test
- Environmental Control
- Oral Preventives
- Topical Preventives
- Injectable Preventives
- Bully Topical & Supplement Therapeutic
To read more about bulldog and French bulldog Heartworm click HERE
Prevention And Wellness In Adult Bulldogs And French Bulldogs MAINTENANCE
As your bulldog puppy matures and turns into a grown adult most of the preventive measures and bulldog maintenance recommendations remain the same.
You must continue your routine bulldog puppy preventive care and maintenance into adulthood
Common Adult Bulldog and French Bulldog Ear Disease:
- Otitis Externa
- Aural Ear Hematoma
- Allergic Otitis
- End Stage Stenotic Ear Canal
- Infectious & Yeasty Bully Otitis
- Polyps and Tumors of the Ear Canal
Daily ear and ear canal rinsing & wiping is essential.
Adult Bulldog EAR & EAR CANAL PREVENTION:
We offer economical bully ear care bundles that will help keep your bulldog ears and ear canal dry, clean, and prevent infection.
Adult Bulldog SKINFOLD & WRINKLES WELLNESS
Skinfold preventive should be implamented and maintained for all body parts that collect moisture
Some of the common moist and damp areas are:
- Nose Wrinkles
- Facial Folds & Chin
- Tail Pocket
- Digits, Toes & Interdigital Folds
- Vaginal Folds & Vaginal Hoods
Adult Bulldog SKINFOLD & WRINKLES PREVENTIVE:
Our Bully Antiseptic Extra Large Skinfold Wipe is the most popular, and economical skinfold moist dermatitis preventative.
Adult Bulldog and French Bulldog JOINTS & BACK HEALTH
Here are some of the most common adult bulldog joint & bone and back medical conditions:
- Elbow Dysplasia
- ACL Tears
- Hip Dysplasia
- Medial patella luxation (MPL)
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylosis (Vertebral Arthritis)
- Bulldog Malformations: Spina Bifida, Hemivertebra
- IVDD Disc Disease
For the best outcome start early and do it often, and do it regularly
Adult Bulldog JOINT BACK & BONE PREVENTIVE:
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- Weight Management
- Daily Exercise
- Bully Therapeutic Supplements
- Balanced QulityDiet
We offer economical bully joint, bone, back, and pain relief bundles
Adult French Bulldog DENTAL CARE & HYGIENE
Bulldog and French bulldog dental health is critical for both their life quilty and longevity.
Here are some of the common adult bulldog dental diseases
- Periodontal Disease
- Subgingival Hair
- Plaque and Tartar
- Gingivitis
- Oral Tumors & Epulis
80% of adult bulldog and French bulldog suffer from dental disease
Adult Bulldog DENTAL & ORAL PREVENTIVE:
- Avoid dental treats that can break the teeth
- Brush gently
- Quality Diet
- Use our bully dental wipes to remove any hair that is stuck to the teeth & gums
Start our Bully Dental Hygiene Chews- Add our bully dental rinses to the water bowl to help reduce plaque and tartar
- Annual Dental Propy (Scale & Polish) and screening dental radiograph
Adult Bulldog SKINCARE, ITCH & ALLERGIES RELIEF
There is a wide range of midage bulldog skin conditions, including the common allergies, parasites, hormonal and keratinization conditions.
Here are some of the most common bulldog and French adult bulldog skin conditions:
- Flea Allergy
- Atopic Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Skin Mites
- Skin Tumor & Cancer
- Hormonal Skin Conditions
Adult Bulldog SKIN & COAT PREVENTIVE
- Flea preventives
- Low Allergen & Hypoallergenic Hydrolyzed Prescription Diets
- Medicated Baths
- Bully Topical Therapeutics (medicated shampoos, gels, and conditioners)
- Bully Therapeutic Supplements
Non-Prescripition therapeutic bully topicals are often more effective than prescription medication, safer and cheaper.
Adult Bulldog and French Bulldog GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH
Parasite control, therapeutic supplements such as pre and probiotics, liver cleanser, and gentle move natural fibers.
There are going to be a few age modifications and prevention finetuning to accommodate the aging and transition into adulthood.
Prevention And Wellness In Senior Bulldogs And French Bulldogs DISEASE
Common Disease & Illness in Adult English Bulldogs And French Bulldogs WE CAN PREVENT:
ADULT BULLDOG COMMON JOINT DISEASE:
- Bulldog Elbow Dysplasia
- Bulldog ACL Tears
- Bulldog Hip Dysplasia
- Bulldog MPL
- French Bulldog Vertebral Malformations
- French Bulldog IVDD
ADULT BULLDOG SKIN FOLDS MOIST DERMATITIS:
- Bulldog Nasal fold and ropes and wrinkles moist dermatitis
- Bulldog Facial folds Dermatitis
- Bulldog Vaginal Fold Dermatitis
- Bulldog Toes and Interdigital moist dermatitis and pododermatitis
ADULT BULLDOG ALLERGY & ITCHING:
- Bulldog Food Allergy
- Bulldog Atopic Itch Allergic Dermatitis
- Bulldog Flea Allergy
ADULT BULLDOG EAR DISEASE;
- Bulldog Ear Bacterial Infection
- Bulldog Ear Yeast Infection
- Bulldog Ear Aural hematoma
- Bulldog Endstage Ear Disease
- Bulldog Allergic Otitis
ADULT BULLDOG DENTAL & PERIODONTAL DISEASE:
- Bulldog Decay, Tartar & Plaque,
- Bulldog Gingivitis
- Bulldog Periotentitis
ADULT BULLDOG BACK & VERTEBRAL DISEASE:
- Bulldog Vertebral Malformations
- Bulldog Disc Herniation (IVDD)
This Adult Bulldog “MUST HAVE CHECKLIST” is only available to our vet4bulldog customers.
Prevention And Wellness In Adult Bulldogs And French Bulldogs HEALTH CARE
ADULT BULLDOG THERAPEUTIC TOPICALS & SUPPLEMENTS @ HOME PREVENTATIVES:
Our V4B Bully Supplements & Topicals are inexpensive, safe, easy to implement, and do not require a dr prescription.
Here is a short list of Dr. Kraemer’s V4B adult bulldog preventive care premium products:
V4B BULLDOG SKIN FOLDS PREVENTION & MAINTENANCE
V4B Bulldog Skinfolds Antiseptic & Antifungal TOPICALS:
- V4B Bully Skinfolds Antiseptic Wipes (small & XL)
- V4B Bully Skinfolds Antiseptic Lotion
- V4B Bully Skinfolds Antiseptic Spray
- V4B Bully Skinfolds Antiseptic Rinse
- V4B BullyTear StainLess XL Wipes
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals SKINFOLD CARE:
- V4B Bully Fish Oil EFA JOINT-IMMUNE-SKIN
- V4B Bully Comfort Plus Formula
- V4B Bully StressLess & Calm Chews
- V4B Bully Tear StainLess chews
V4B ADULT BULLDOG SKIN CARE PREVENTION & WELLNESS
V4B Bulldog Skin Care Antiseptic & Antifungal TOPICALS
- V4B Bully Medicated Shampoos (Antiseptic, Yeasty, Oily bully)
- V4B Bully Gels (Yeasty)
- V4B Bully Conditioners (itchy, aloe oatmeal, hypoallergenic)
- V4B Bully Antiseptic Wipes
V4B Bulldog Skin Care Anti Itch & Flakes TOPICALS:
- V4B Bull Medicated Shampoos (Itchy, Hypoallergenic, Aloe Oatmeal)
- V4B Bull Conditioners Cream Rinse (Itchy, Hypoallergenic, Aloe Oatmeal)
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals bulldog SKINCARE
- V4B Bully Fish Oil EFA JOINT-IMMUNE-SKIN
- V4B Bully Pre & Probiotics LOAD UP & KEEP UP
- V4B Bully Pre Immune Support Plus
- V4B Bully Tear StainLess chews
V4B ADULT BULLDOG EAR CARE PREVENTION & MAINTENANCE
V4B Bulldog ears Antiseptic, Antifungal, Drying, Wax Removal TOPICALS
- V4B Bully Aloe Drying Ear Rinse
- V4B Bully Ear Cleansing Wipes
- V4B Yeasty Bully Antiseptic Flush
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals EAR CARE
- V4B Bully Fish Oil EFA JOINT-IMMUNE-SKIN
- V4B Bully Pre & Probiotics LOAD UP & KEEP UP
- V4B Bully Pre Immune Support Plus
ADULT BULLDOG IMMUNE HEALTH PREVENTIVE CARE
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals IMMUNE CARE:
- V4B Bully Fish Oil EFA JOINT-IMMUNE-SKIN
- V4B Bully Pre & Probiotics LOAD UP & KEEP UP
- V4B Bully Pre Immune Support Plus
- V4B Bully Pre StressLess & Calm chews
ADULT BULLDOG JOINTS & BACK PREVENTION CARE & MAINTENANCE
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals JOINT & BONE CARE:
- V4B Bully Comfort & AcheLess Plus Formula
- V4B Bully Fish Oil EFA JOINT-IMMUNE-SKIN
- V4B Bully Total Joint Advanced Formula
V4B ADULT BULLDOG DIGESTION & ELIMINATION PREVENTION CARE
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals DIGESTION & ELIMINATION:
- V4B Bully Pre & Probiotics LOAD UP & KEEP UP
- V4B Bully GentleMove & Anal Gland Care
- V4B Bully Liver Cleanser & Detox
V4B ADULT BULLDOG DENTAL CARE PREVENTION & MAINTENANCE
V4B Bulldog Supplements & Nutraceuticals DENTAL CARE:
- V4B Bully PlqueLess water additive
For ultimate results you should combine therapeutic topicals with supplements, and nutraceuticals.
Dr. Kraemer offers ECONOMIC BUNDLES at a reduced cost in all the Preventive & Maintenance categories.
“An Ounce of PREVENTION Is Worth A Pound Of CURE”
*This guide was compiled courtesy of Dr. Kraemer, a “MUST READ” manual for any current or future bully owner.