Steroids  for Bulldogs and French Bulldogs

Pred and other corticosteroids for bulldogs and French bulldogs replicate the actions of a naturally occurring hormone called glucocorticoid, specifically cortisol. Cortisol is produced in the cortex of the adrenal glands, which are located next to each kidney.

Cortisone is often referred to as the “stress hormone.” because it plays a crucial role in managing stress and regulating various body functions, including inflammation and immune responses. This hormone plays a role in managing stress and regulating body functions, including inflammation and immune responses.

Pred helps to reduce inflammation from various diseases and assists in suppressing the immune system.

WHAT IS PRED STEROID?

Pred is a synthetic glucocorticoid that mimics the effects of cortisol and serves as a potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant.

BENEFITS OF PRED AND STEROIDS IN BULLDOGS

By acting as a blocking agent, pred prevents the production of substances that cause inflammation, thereby reducing the body’s inflammatory response. This makes it effective in managing medical conditions in bulldogs and other pets, including

• Allergic reactions and itch
  • Atopic itch dermatitis
  • food allergy
  • contact allergy
  • hot spot

• Autoimmune diseases
  • IBD
  • Pemphigus
  • Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

• Back Problems
  • IVVD

• Other inflammatory, associated pain, and immunological conditions.
  • Arthritis
  • Laryngeal Adema
  • Cancer
  • Uveitis

By suppressing the immune system, pred can help control symptoms and improve the quality of life for affected animals

PRED AND STEROIDS  SIDE EFFECTS IN BULLDOGS

While common steroid medications like pred, methylpred, triamcinolone, and dexamethasone can be beneficial for treating various conditions, they can also cause side effects, especially with long-term use. Here are some common side effects:

1. PU/PD (Pulyuria, Polydipsia): Increased water intake and urination volume
2. PP (Polyphagia) Increase food intake and weight gainDescription
3. Panting
4. Behavioral Changes: can become anxious, restless, and agitated
5. Gastrointestinal Issues: gastric ulcer
6. Immune Suppression: making your bulldog more susceptible to infection (bacteria, virus, fungus, yeast)
7. Muscle weakness and wasting:
8. Delayed wound healing:
9. Potential for diabetes and pancreatitis
10. Potential for persistent chornic UTI
11. Cushing’s Syndrome: iatrogenic hyperadrenal
12. Liver Disease: steroid hepatopathy

Steroids in Bulldogs and French Bulldogs Tips & Warnings

PRED TREATMENT OPTIMIZATION TIP:

Pred for bulldogs and other dogs should typically be given at low doses and gradually tapered off, ideally over a short period. It should be administered long enough to alleviate your bulldog puppy’s symptoms while addressing the underlying condition.

NEW AGE MODALITIES TIP:

For inflametory conditions such as chronic atopic dermatitis and interdigital cysts in bulldogs, we now offer Stem Cell Therapy and Cryobanking Services as an alternative to steroid treatment.  Additionally, we use Stem Cell Therapy to treat chronic arthritis, orthopedic diseases, and neurological issues, such as hip and elbow dysplasia, torn tendons/ligaments, and back problems.  New modal alternatives to steroids, such as:

• Laser Therapy
• Pulse Electromagnetic Therapy
• Stem Cell Therapy provides modern 
• Bully Therapeutic Supplements and Nutrients

These innovative treatments are noninvasive, safe, and cost-effective compared to traditional anti-inflammatory pain relief treatments and medications.

TREATMENT DURATION TIP

Your veterinarian will typically recommend the course, duration, and dosage of pred treatment based on your puppy’s

• age
• size,
• the specific condition being treated

STEROID LONG TERM USE WARNING

Long-term use of pred can have adverse effects on your bulldog puppy and is not recommended. Less harmful non-steroidal alternatives, such as cyclosporine (Atopica) and Apoquel, are available for long-term itch relief and allergies.

You should always combine with the prescription medicine non-RX bully itch and allergy control bully therapeutics. They are

• safer
• low-cost
• effective
• easy to administer

NSAID’S ALTERNATIVES TO STEROIDS:

New cox2 inhibitors, NSAIDs, are less harmful, non-steroidal, alternative drugs for long-term pain relief due to arthritis.

STEROID MONITORING TESTS

Due to the potential adverse effects associated with prolonged or frequent use of cortisones, it is recommended to perform blood and urine tests every few months as a monitoring precaution.

PRED MONITORING

While pred can be effective in alleviating your bulldog’s suffering in many cases, there are side effects to watch for, including increased drinking and urination, vomiting, diarrhea, and aggressive behavior. If these side effects seem excessive, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible to discuss alternative treatments.

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