The Bulldog Interviews podcast

Dr. Allan Frank talks about Dermatology and Bulldogs Dr. Frank discusses Bulldogs and their skin. Dr. Frank covers MRSA, MRSP, Flank alopecia, Interdigital furunculosis/cyst, Fold dermatitis (facial, tail and vulva), Atopy / allergies, Ear diseases – infection, stenotic ear canals, Malassezia and Demodex. There are a number of wonderful treatments, some are very new, so this is a must listen for owners who suffer with their dog's skin issues. I would estimate that the most asked question that I get from Bulldog owners is what do I do about skin issues. Visit Hunt Valley Animal Hospital's web page about Dermatology The Dr. Allan Frank Series In this series we discuss Bulldogs with an experienced Bulldog veterinarian and Bulldog owner. A common theme in many of the Bulldog Interviews has been the importance of having a great vet who understands and loves the great Bulldogs as much as their owners do, and we definitely found that with Dr. Frank. Dr. Frank’s practice is at Hunt Valley Animal Hospital in Cockeysville, Maryland. Dr. Frank has presented educational seminars at numerous dog shows and events. https://huntvalleyanimalhospital.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HuntValleyAnimalHospital

Dr. Allan Frank talks about Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome in Bulldogs Dr. Frank discusses Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, its symptoms some of which can seriously impair an animal’s wellness and the various treatment options. Many dog lovers come from all corners of the globe to have Dr. Frank and his team evaluate and correct this life altering issue using the LigaSure Tissue Fusion Device. Visit Hunt Valley Animal Hospital's web page about Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome The Dr. Allan Frank Series In this series we discuss Bulldogs with an experienced Bulldog veterinarian and Bulldog owner. A common theme in many of the Bulldog Interviews has been the importance of having a great vet who understands and loves the great Bulldogs as much as their owners do, and we definitely found that with Dr. Frank. Dr. Frank’s practice is at Hunt Valley Animal Hospital in Cockeysville, Maryland. Dr. Frank has presented educational seminars at numerous dog shows and events. https://huntvalleyanimalhospital.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HuntValleyAnimalHospital

Dr. Allan Frank talks about Health Testing in Bulldogs Health testing is important when breeding for the betterment of the breed and in this interview Dr. Frank discusses the different tests, how the health tests are performed and what they mean.  Bulldogs that have passed these health tests can help reduce health issues of their offspring.  Some of these tests can also be performed on pets to help diagnose issues.  Listen in and let Dr. Frank enlighten you with his years of experience and help your Bulldog live more comfortably. The Dr. Allan Frank Series In this series we discuss Bulldogs with an experienced Bulldog veterinarian and Bulldog owner. A common theme in many of the Bulldog Interviews has been the importance of having a great vet who understands and loves the great Bulldogs as much as their owners do, and we definitely found that with Dr. Frank. Dr. Frank’s practice is at Hunt Valley Animal Hospital in Cockeysville, Maryland. Dr. Frank has presented educational seminars at numerous dog shows and events. https://huntvalleyanimalhospital.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HuntValleyAnimalHospital

Dr. Allan Frank talks about Heat Stroke in Bulldogs Heat stroke is a serious issue with all dogs and especially with Bulldogs. How do you prevent it? What to watch out for? How to treat it? Listen in and let Dr. Frank enlighten you with his years of experience and help your Bulldog live more comfortably. The Dr. Allan Frank Series In this series we discuss Bulldogs with an experienced Bulldog veterinarian and Bulldog owner. A common theme in many of the Bulldog Interviews has been the importance of having a great vet who understands and loves the great Bulldogs as much as their owners do, and we definitely found that with Dr. Frank. Dr. Frank’s practice is at Hunt Valley Animal Hospital in Cockeysville, Maryland. Dr. Frank has presented educational seminars at numerous dog shows and events. https://huntvalleyanimalhospital.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HuntValleyAnimalHospital

This interview is with Diana Engeszer and we talk a lot about the Bulldog Rescue Network. Diana tells us all about the organization and the issues they face. Listen to the interview here and also check out the Bulldog Rescue website at https://www.rescuebulldogs.org Enjoy!

Dan lives in Florida and had the distinct pleasure of owning one of the most famous Bulldogs "Baby". Through Dan, Baby was one of the greatest ambassadors of the breed. Listen to the interview here and also check out Baby's website at https://bullybaby.com Enjoy!

Landon lives in Colorado with his family and therefore felt compelled to call his dogs the Colorado Bulldogs. He runs a construction company and likes to cook. Landon Richards' mentors are Mike Otten and Lucky Watson. Visit Landon's Bulldogs at https://www.coenglishbulldogs.com/ Enjoy!

Jack grew up in Charlotte North Carolina. He and his family are from the west Michigan/Grand Rapids area. Jack's grandfather had a Bulldog when Jack was a kid and that stuck with him. Jack is also an avid bird hunter, with his German Shorthaired Pointer. Jack is a BCA member, past member of the West Michigan Bulldog Club, and will be rejoining. Landon Richards is a mentor as well as Jeff Berenbrock. Enjoy!

Pauline DeVito is from Pennsylvania and has been in Bulldogs since 1986. Pauline is a member of the Lenape Bulldog Club of PA, which is where I first met her. She is also a BCA member and a member of the Philly Bulldog Club. If you watched the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving Day 2014, you saw Pauline in the Non-sporting group. Our interview was recorded weeks before the show. Pauline is BCA Hall of Fame Breeder, with 17 home bred AKC champions and 22 total champions. There is much more in this interview. Enjoy.

Lucky Watson from Texas is a wealth of knowledge and just a hoot to talk to. Lucky and his wife Donna make up Dowats Bullodgs and have put their imprint on Bulldogs. Don’t miss this great interview with Lucky.

Lottie Elliott is from Ohio and along with her husband Jeff they are Hurricane Bulldogs Hurricane Bulldogs has been around since the 1990’s and the recently finished their 24th Bred-By AKC Champion and they are Bulldog Club of America Hall of Fame Breeders. Lottie learned an enormous amount of knowledge from her first mentor Barbara Edwards. https://www.hurricanebulldogs.builderspot.com

Rhonda Ullrich from Long Island and been into Bulldog since 2009. We discuss the great Bulldog community and how unique it is. Great discussion on daily cleaning of the bulldog wrinkles with hydrogen peroxide wipes. She uses a vet Dr Randy Carpenter in Grand Rapids Michigan an 11 hour drive. There is much more in this interview. Enjoy. (Sorry about some of the extra background noise, I was locked in with 2 kittens which were neutered and need to be confined)

This Bulldog Interview is with Eric Cleary, who is a bulldog pet owner.  In our first interview from the pet owners perspective we get to see the inside his world.  Eric owns two bulldogs Rocco (on his left) and Baylee (on his right).  Eric gives a shout out to Dan Bandy and Dr Joel Wilson in the interview.  Eric reached out and expressed encouragement to us about the Bulldog Interviews and we jumped at the opportunity to sit down and get bulldogs from a pet owner’s perspective.

Interview with Shalisa Neely who along with her husband Geoff have Majestic Bulldogs. Living in Northern California Shalisa runs through her experience with Bulldogs. Shalisa got her first Bulldog in 2001.Jennifer Joseph of Adamant Bulldogs is a close friend and mentor. Shalisa drives over 4 mountains and 5 hours to get to her vet. https://www.majesticbulldogs.com/

Jessica Back of SureShot Bulldogs is located near where Annie Oakley was born and raised in Ohio. Jessica makes Cool Coats and collars to help your bulldogs stay cool.  She also makes bitchy britches and custom tutus.  Check these out at her website. https://www.sureshotbulldogs.net/

The first guest of the Bulldog Interviews is Nancy Schultz.   Nancy is known as the bulldog groomer and has demonstrated at dog shows all over the world showing how to properly groom a bulldog. Nancy has been handling show dogs for decades and can be found most weekends grooming and showing bulldogs.  If you want to learn how to groom your bulldog, Nancy is the one to see. Some highlights from this interview: Taught all breed handling and obedience Started in working breeds First bulldog in 1980 was a pet rescue Member of BCA, Capitol Bulldog Club 1955 assistant handler at the Westminster Dog Show where coincidently a Bulldog won Best in Show.  Nancy was not involved with the breed at that time. Handled Ch Bowag’s Polar to Best in Show at the 1986 BCA National show, as well as Ch. Brumar's Call Me Higgins  to Best in Show at the 1990 BCA National show

The first guest of the Bulldog Interviews is Nancy Schultz.   Nancy is known as the bulldog groomer and has demonstrated at dog shows all over the world showing how to properly groom a bulldog. Nancy has been handling show dogs for decades and can be found most weekends grooming and showing bulldogs.  If you want to learn how to groom your bulldog, Nancy is the one to see. Some highlights from this interview: Taught all breed handling and obedience Started in working breeds First bulldog in 1980 was a pet rescue Member of BCA, Capitol Bulldog Club 1955 assistant handler at the Westminster Dog Show where coincidently a Bulldog won Best in Show.  Nancy was not involved with the breed at that time. Handled Ch Bowag’s Polar to Best in Show at the 1986 BCA National show, as well as Ch. Brumar's Call Me Higgins  to Best in Show at the 1990 BCA National show

Dave Kauffman introduces the podcast.