The bulldog breed needs our help.  They are a special breed and are loving creatures that are notorious for health-issues like autoimmune disease, allergies, interdigital cysts, dermatitis, cherry eye, dysplasia and many more, which contribute to a shortened life-span and health-span.  That is devastating. Unfortunately, some of it can be attributed to bad breeding and some of it can be contributed to poor lifestyles.  The bulldog breed needs our help and there are things you can do if you are lucky enough to have one in your life.  Read on. 

Natural solutions for cysts exists.  Cysts are sacs or hollow spaces within the skin or other tissues have have fluid, semi-liquid or solid material. They could also be filled with natural secretions like sebum from sebaceous gland or breakdown dead tissue.  Typically, cysts are benign and can vary in size and appearance.  If your dog does have a cyst, natural solutions for cysts exist. Read more on highly effective natural solutions here.

Natural treatment options for Pemphigus exist. Pemphigus is  traditionally defined as an autoimmune disease of the skin where the dog's immune system attacks skin cells, causing painful blisters, pus-filled bumps (pustules), crusting, erosions, and alopecia (hair loss) that often start on the face and spread to the rest of the body. Steroids are the conventional treatment option, which will only do more harm than good. Read on to learn more about Pemphigus and natural treatment options here.

Chronic and recurrent ear infections can be healed naturally. Ear infections in dogs are typically associated with allergies, ear mites, moisture, diet, bacteria, yeast, over-cleaning the ears or plucking hair out of the ears being the most likely causes and foreign bodies, too much moisture and certain endocrine disorders being less likely possible causes. The good news is, is that most of the time, chronic and recurrent ear infections can be healed naturally.  Read more here.

Heartworm medication is not risk-free.   Heartworm is caused by Dirofilaria immitis, a parasitic worm.  Heartworm is a small blood borne parasite that is transmitted via mosquitoes only. Traditional heartworm medictaions are neurotoxins and are not risk-free. Read more here!

Candy and kibble have way more in common than they should.  Kibble is primarily owned by MARs Inc, Nestle Purina, Colgate and Hill's, with MARs owning the most of the market.  MARs Inc monopolizes the vet business and candy and kibble have way more in common than they should, which include ingredients. Both candy and kibble are not healthy and should not be consumed regularly. Read more here.

Chronic illness is the new normal and should not be.  Autoimmune disease, cancer, epilepsy, obesity and allergies are becoming increasingly more common and are considered to be normal, when in reality, they are anything but. Red more about the causes and what to do here!

The demand for Ozempic for dogs is increasing. As obesity and disease skyrockets in human and dogs, the demand for pharmaceutical drugs like Ozempic is increasing for both species. The way people feel about their dogs compared to 50 years ago has changed.  Dogs in particular, are "man's best friend."  For the most part, dogs have moved from household backyards to indoor life, enjoy creature comforts like sleeping in beds, have seasonal gear and are treated as part of the family.  For some, dogs have replaced children.  And just like in humans, obesity and diabetes are increasing. Read more here!

Excess sugar is a killer. We know that cancer needs sugar as a fuel source. We know that sugar is a direct cause of type.2 diabetes. We know that fat doesn't make your dog fat.- carbs, sugar, and starch make your dog fat.  Carbohydrates are molecules of sugar that the body breaks down into glucose.  When excess sugar is consumed, it becomes stored in the body as fat for later user.  If said fat is not actually used later, dogs are much more likely to become obese and sick later on. Excess sugar is a killer and it is found in most commercial kibble and wet food.  Read more here!

Prednisone is a problem.  Period. You take your sick dog to the vet.  Maybe they are itchy, have an ear infection, a cyst, vasculitis, dermatitis, arthritis, or some other disease ending in "itis," and most vets will prescribe a drug in the form of a steroid, usually Prednisone, Prednisolone, or Dexamethasone.  Prednisone and the generic versions are a problem and you should stay away unless it is an emergency/life-threatening situation. Read more here!