When to call your veterinarian
27 Jul 2009
English bulldogs are not gifted with the ability to communicate with us through words. It only follows that dog owners should rely on their pets‘ actions and attitudes to guide us. Nobody else knows their own dog but themselves so you may be the first one to notice sudden changes that need to be addressed. It is always a good thing when you have a good relationship with your veterinarian so you are more comfortable calling when an emergency arises.
Contact your veterinarian right away or bring your bulldog to an emergency clinic upon observation of the following signs:
• Blue, white or very pale gums
• Labored breathing
• Collapse or loss of consciousness
• Dizziness, imbalance, or circling
• Inability to walk
• Extremely bloated abdomen
• Seizures
• Signs of acute severe pain (such as crying out very loudly and excessively)
• Body temperature over 104 or under 99 (normal is typically 100.5-102.5)
Watch out for the following signs persisting for more than 2 to 3 days. Contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.
• Poor Appetite
• Lethargy
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Lameness
• Weakness
• Excessive salivation
• Frequent and/or inappropriate urination
• Constipation
• Excessive scratching or dull, dry, or flaky hair coat
• Wheezing or frequent panting
• Nasal discharge or congestion
• Displays of mild to moderate pain (such as crying when a specific area is touched or action is taken)
It is better to be cautious rather than ignore and wait for symptoms to become worse. You should contact your vet for any peculiar or sudden changes which your bulldog does not normally show. There are some cases when your vet readily tells you that something does not need to be addressed right away. Other situations would have it when your vet advise you to make an appointment or go to an emergency clinic based on the urgency of the signs and symptoms that your bulldog exhibit.
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