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  1. J

    10yr old female Bulldog suddenly sick (vet can't find any issues)

    Hi All, As a short introduction, my name is Jimmy, and along with my wife and 1 year old daughter, we have 2 fantastic bulldog rescues Betty and Nelson. We've had Nelson for a year and a half now and he's approximately 2 years old. He's had his fare share of health issues, but today I'm...
  2. SBrewer

    Could he have an allergy to his food???

    Hello all. I am new to this site and was wondering if you may have any suggestions or info for me. I have two English Bulldogs Mr. Pork Chop and Mr. Ribeye. They're brothers and were born June 2010. We started off feeding them Science Diet because the vet we got them from had been feeding...
  3. Brucey Baby

    How to cook home made food

    Ok, I think Bruce has had an allergic reaction from the food we've put him on but my partner doesn't want to raw feed, If we cook the meat till its brown, what's the best way for the veg and rice? Could we steam the veg for a couple of minutes to soften them and keep the nutrients? (what veg is...
  4. M

    Adopting a new bulldog

    I have been contacted by a family over the past couple years who has wanted to rehome their bulldog after a divorce. I have declined every time because of one reason or another. Today I was contacted again. They said their Sophie had horrible allergies and with a new baby on the way they...
  5. KMARINO

    Has anyone's Bully had a reaction to Grizzly Salmon oil?

    I ordered a bottle of Grizzly Salmon oil off Amazon. Vegas has never had it before. He is extra itchy right now due to environmental allergies so I gave it a shot. This morning a put a squirt on his breakfast, then left for work. I came home around 5 and his face was very red! I went a head and...
  6. brutus77

    Advantix

    Does anyone use Advantage multi? my vet is recommending it for the boys since Brutus is so allergic to everything ingested. This goes on the back between the shoulders. any info would be great. Sorry, I thought it was called advantix.
  7. Jmet8

    Need to know if Vectra 3D is safe for my bully

    We have always used Trifexis for Feebee. When we went to the vet this month to get her treatment we needed something for ticks also. So the lady talked us into getting Iverhart max to prevent worms through the summer months (while ticks would be out) and then Vectra 3D for fleas and ticks. Then...
  8. A

    Allergy Testing

    My BFF is 7 months old and I am attacking the allergy problems. I have switched his food, etc. I have been reading about how they are allergic to everything ;) SO instead of trying 200 diets to rule them out, I thought why not just have him tested? I heard there are different ways you can test...
  9. Vikinggirl

    The 2 Most Common Seasonal Allergies in Dogs

    2 Most Common Seasonal Allergies in DogsJune 12, 2013 Are you aware your dog can experience seasonal allergies in the same way you do?Based on a survey carried out by Novartis Animal Health, more than 50% of pet owners arenā€™t conscious their dog may as well go through the spring season...
  10. O

    People allergic to JUST bulldogs?

    Here is and odd one. My aunt appears to be allergic to Duchess. But the thing is, we have other dogs in the family, including my Aunt's dog, Shitzus, Labs, and she has no reaction to them. She gets small, itchy bumps, and some redness. We tested it last night with Duchess licking one arm and...
  11. betterxthanxnew

    Ate a wasp??

    My husband went home on his lunch break to take Effie outside. He just called to tell me that she ate a wasp!! I am totally freaking out!! He said she must have swallowed it whole, because as soon as he saw her grab it, he ran up to her and opened her mouth to pull it out, but she had already...
  12. Vikinggirl

    7 Great Bath Recipes for Your Dog's Itchy Paws

    7 Soothing Foot Bath Recipes for Your Dogā€™s Itchy Paws If your dog is one of those who is constantly licking or chewing at her feet, you know the distress that you feel when none of the medications prescribed by your vet seem to work. Youā€™ve tried a grain-free diet and use baby wipes on her...
  13. blitz

    Coconut oil?

    Are EB's allergic to it? My pups has spots under his arms that are red and itchy.. I've been off and on treating it with Dr Maggie's anti itch, a anti biotic spray and sometimes coconut oil.. I put a good amount on the spots an hour ago, and no itching.. Thinking to just use that and hope he...
  14. OliviaB

    Zoom groom and thin spots....

    Soooo lemme just start from the beginning. See what had happened was....I'm an idiot and bought Belle a bag of Fromm that wasn't grain free :o She ate almost the full LARGE bag before I realized it. About the same time we fed her this she started shedding like crazy. I figured it was just...
  15. Kmaestas7689

    Help Needed! Switching to A new dog food/ PLEASE HELP

    So i stated in another forum that I got my bulldog at 7 weeks, he has been on Eukanuba large breed puppy food and IAMS puppy buscuits for a treat for two weeks because this is what my breeder suggested. I have read the ingredient and no longer want to feed him these products. I have also noticed...
  16. hnhammond

    Potty Option?

    Matilda is really allergic to grass and we live in an apartment with limited potty options. So, last year I made her a giant litter box on our balcony, and while it's been a huge improvement, I think she's still having issues with the litter. The paper litter was disgusting to clean and didn't...
  17. xxaprilrose

    What could this red spot be?

    I just noticed this spot near Jovi's ear. I know she has been scratching there a lot lately, is this an allergic reaction? Or possibly just there because she is scratching it? I have been meaning to give her benedryl because she does get allergies around this time of year and itches a lot but I...
  18. O

    URGENT!!! Eating Very Slowly Now

    So our bulldog is now 8 months old. Ever since we brought him home, when we fed him he would scarf his food down in minutes. However, when he turned 7 months old he started eating really slowly to the point where it's so drastic that it's concerning. We feed him breakfast at 7am and he typically...
  19. A

    Help Needed! Allergic reaction - when to seek help

    Hi :) My BFF Sheldon 5 month old bully spent the weekend at his godparents and their big yard while I was out of town. Since he came back he started itching at his ears the first day, then last night he woke up covered in bumps, (I noticed his hair standing up a bit), his face red and eyes...
  20. candysanchez

    New member - Hi everyone!

    I'm so excited to make some bulldog lover friends! I have been on EBN at least weekly for the past year for all of your invaluable advice since I adopted by baby Penny :) Finally singed up so I can say THANK YOU to everyone on here for educating me over the past year and make some friends! When...
  21. Libra926

    Orion had to go to the vet yesterday...

    Not sure what happened but her little face was swollen. Dr said she had some sort of allergic reaction....Gave her prednisone and benedryl in the office. She gave us an extra course in case it happens again. If you remember...this same thing happened last year and we thought a bug bite or a...
  22. bella100

    Beneful Food-help!!!!

    Call me crazy BUT Bella has been eating Beneful since we brought her home when she was 9 weeks old, now all these law suits being filed against the company is making me very nervous, we have never had a problem with her and this food. Do i change her food yall or just keep giving it to her i...
  23. ddnene

    Interesting development w/my Roxie Girl...

    We discovered this week that Roxie seems to be allergic to her thyroid med :blink: She was put back on it for about a week this time, and she was acting VERY oddā€¦ she was waking me up at all hours of the night (starting around 3am) wanting to go out, having accidents in the bedroom, very...
  24. bullmama

    I HAVE BEEN ADOPTED! ~LIBBY~ English Bulldog Available for Adoption in Indiana

    BIO: Libby was surrendered to IBR when her family became overwhelmed with her allergy issues and could no longer afford to give her the care she deserves. She has had allergy testing done and it has been determined she is allergic to grass. Her skin is inflamed all over, her toes are swollen...
  25. M

    Vomiting after raw beef knuckle bone?

    I bought Buttercup a beef knuckle bone from the meat market today to try to improve her dental hygiene. She licked and chewed at it for a few minutes then stopped, gave me an "I did something bad and now I'm in trouble" look, then promptly vomited 4 times. She didn't eat any of the bone itself...
  26. ellie67

    Diarrhoea

    Hi i wonder if anyone could help,i gave Buster who is 11weeks old a little chicken and cheese today for training and this evening he's had diarrhoea ,other than that he's had nothing new.Is he too young for these foods yet or could he be allergic to the chicken and cheese .Thanks Ellie
  27. Cali Doll

    So, um...I'm very allergic to dogs

    Of course, I knew this going in. I've been allergic to dogs and cats my entire life. I eventfully got used to my Lhasa after a short while of living with him. With Bella, however, I don't feel like I'm getting any better. I'm chronically stuffy, sneezy, wheezy, etc. She has a TON of dander. I...
  28. bullie mom

    Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpeas causing excessive drooling???

    I recently switched both of my bullies over to Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpeas food as their previous food was discountinued (Source Turkey & Peas). My younger boy, Memphis, is allergic to just about everything (according to many allergy tests) and this is one of the few foods that I've found that...
  29. mzza111

    Concerned, my dog has gotten fat

    I feel kind of dumb asking this but in the last 6 months my bulldog has gotten fat but only in her belly area. This is long but I really don't know what to do. I adopted Gypsy in May 2013 and I think she was around 4 years old. Since I've had her, other than allergies (grass and peas), she...
  30. K

    Allergic reaction?

    I don't know if I am being overly concerned or if I need to take my girl to the vet. I noticed that she is shedding more, her eyes are watery, and her coat is getting pink. I've attached some pictures, they aren't the best - but I noticed the pink is around her face and mouth and also on her...
  31. A

    Food vs Environmental allergy

    Is there a way to distinguish the difference between food and environmental allergies? My dog's symptoms are mostly pink itchy forehead and face, pink outer ear and at times itchy chest and abdomen. She is currently eating Canidae Pure Sea after trying a few different brands all with allergy...
  32. V

    Cystine Stones - Alternative Diet

    My English bully Vinnie is now 2 1/2 years old had emergency surgery in August for stones that completely blocked his urethra. Luckily they were all removed! The stones came back as Cystine and he has been put on Hills U/D diet to prevent the stones from forming again. Let me tell you this is...
  33. S

    Detailed Raw

    Dear All, I am having problem on adjusting my raw diet to 15 months pup. I now have a 4 month pupps. I do like to go in raw for good to both of them. but heres are my questions as there are not raw diet options available (already made - only 1 ad I do not like it) So I decided to make my own...
  34. JennieS

    I HAVE BEEN ADOPTED! ~Boomer II~ English Bulldog Available for Adoption in St. Louis, MO

    Available Bulldog: Boomer II (MEDICAL HOLD) Name: Boomer II **MEDICAL HOLD* Age: 5 Gender: Male Location: St. Louis, MO Reason given up for adoption: Skin Allergies Temperament: excellent Health Condition: good Placement Limitations: none Special Needs: Yes Contact Information...
  35. B

    Advice needed please, allergies

    Please advise, so frustrated. Our guy has been on allergy shots for over a yr now. He has about 1-2 doses left on his 2nd set of serums - yes, he gets two shots and every 2 weeks as opposed to 1x a month. A few months back he got so terribly bad (horrible skin crust creeping all over him that...
  36. AdventuresWithOliver

    It has to have been asked before: what do you do about your bully's horrible gas?

    Hi everyone - I have a question: Oliver was put on a prescription diet food. He loves the food, as it helps with so many of his issues. Not only has he shaved 10 pounds off (in a year) but it is a soft food which helps with his esophagus issues AND it doesn't contain carrots which he is...
  37. anatess

    Waaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

    Another allergy attack with my son today... went to the ER, doctor asked me about the dogs, and I said we still have them... and she looks at me and says - "Let me remind you one more time, your son is extreeeemmmely allergic to dogs..."... Yeah, yeah, yeah... I know. Sigh. So, my son and I...
  38. Chanticocat

    Vetericyn

    Anyone have experience with this product? Our vet says she uses it on her horse. She said that a client use it to clean her dogs ears, but our hospital doesn't carry it. I can get it though. Hank is mega yeast and allergic to his yeast. Lulu is chronic ear infection.
  39. flex585

    need food advice....

    my girl is on Purina Pro Plan Savor Chicken Rice from the breeder when i got her at 4 years old. I had my last bulldog on Royal Canin Bulldog 24 and she lived a healthy 14 years. I definitely wanted to get my girl on a better food so naturally Royal Canin came to mind until I started reading...
  40. M

    Help skin allergies and infections with "Leave-on" solutions to repair a dog's skin barrier?

    We seem to have gotten Buttercup's allergies largely under control by changing her food but since the cold, dry winter rolled in she seems to have dry itchy skin. It's not red or raw but when I rub her itchy parts (face, hindquarter, back) to keep her from scratching, I notice fine flakes of...
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