• Practice eye drops with saline solution.
• Practice wrinkle wipes with wet cotton rounds or cotton swabs. • Wipe paws with baby wipes.
• Practice looking in ears and mouths.

• Start with what is required and set the rest aside.
• Ask your vet how to prioritize procedures. 
• Eliminate other stressors in your dog’s day. 

• Cream cheese, liverwurst, or sardine paste spread on a plate can distract a dog long enough to wipe paws and wrinkles without drama.
• Stuff a kong with canned dog food, freeze dried liver, and shredded cheese and you
• can keep him busy while you administer eye drops, wipe ears, or clip a couple claws. 
• A lickymat on the side of the tub can get you through a good medicated bath and towel dry.

• The key here is not so much the “meatball” but the distraction the rapid firing of the meatballs provides. Dogs who are leery of pills in food will eat around the tasty treat and spit out the pill. But if we have five meatballs ready and numbers one and two do not have pills when we rapid fire meatballs number three, four and five the dog is too eager to get them down to notice which one has the medicine.
• Again, it’s not about wrapping the pill in a specific food but the ease of rapid fire feeding with a pill in a random order. Other tips to prevent the dreaded pill ejection include: 
• Use different foods. Pill Pockets, bread and butter, cheese cubes, diced chicken, liverwurst, canned dog food, cream cheese, scrambled eggs, etc. 
• Change location. Standing in the kitchen with half a dozen open pill bottles might be a clue to your pup that something is up. Be tricky and take your meatball madness to another room. 
• Build into training. Dogs who have been rewarded during training with high value treats are a lot less suspicious of a meatball coming their way. Ask the dog to perform an easy task and rapid fire the meatballs when he does. 
• Remove all evidence. Touching the pill and then touching the food can leave traces of scent and a bitter taste. Hold the meatball in one hand. Insert the pill into the meatball with the other hand. Now wash both hands before giving anything to the dog.
• Here is a video example of this pilling method. https://youtu.be/avo837ICeJc 

• Limit your bulldogs time outdoors during hot days to potty breaks only and do not leave the dog unattended.
• If possible choose early morning and late evenings for outdoor playtime and walks.
• Keep fresh cool water available at all times.
• Never leave your bulldog in a car even for a few minutes as temperatures can rise quickly. If you must leave them in the car, do so with the engine running and the doors locked.
• Use cooling collars/mats/vests.
• Give your bulldog some homemade frozen treats. Numerous recipes are available.
• Keep your bulldog inside with air conditioning during the day.
• Wading pools in the shade can be a fun and great way to keep your bulldog cool.
• Use wet towels for your bulldog to lay on.
• Put ice cubes in your bullies water dish.
• Bring water bottles on walks.
• Avoid walking on hit pavement and consider booties to insulate their paws.
• If your bulldog appears lethargic and does not cool down quickly, immediately place them in an ice bath, or a cold towel with the fan running on them. Also put rubbing alcohol on the pads of their feet.
• If they are having difficulty breathing and sound very rattly, squirt lemon juice in the back of their throat to break ups any phlegm. 

1. Visit a vet before your trip so your dog has a clean bill of health. Ask your vet for a copy of their vaccination records if you don’t have one, which will be needed if you plan to kennel your dog at all during your trip.
2. If your dog is not used to traveling, you can get them used to it by slowly introducing them to the vehicle. First, allow them to get in the car while it’s parked. Later, you can start the car and drive around the block. As your dog gets used to being in the car, you can increase your trips across town and on short day trips before finally taking a long road trip with your dog. If you’ve spent some time practicing and your dog does not adjust to riding in the vehicle well, it may be best to make other arrangements for your pet.
3. Make sure your dog is well exercised before entering the vehicle. They’ll be more apt to settle down and relax if they don’t have a ton of energy.
4. Pack your own supply of water—either bottled or fill jugs of water for your pet to make sure they don’t have any tummy issues at your destination.
5. Don’t feed your dog right before you set off on your road trip and don’t feed them on the way. Give them small treats and plenty of water so they stay hydrated, but eating can give them a tummy ache.
6. Keep your vehicle well ventilated, especially if your dog is in their crate. Turn up the cool air or air conditioner and point the vents towards your dog.
7. Make frequent stops to exercise your dog, give them water and allow them a chance to use the restroom.
8. Don’t leave your dog in the car unattended, especially during the summer when temperatures inside the vehicle can soar in a matter of minutes. If you must leave your dog, make sure they are accompanied by a member of the family, so you can leave the vehicle running or safely roll the windows down.
9. Make sure you travel with a current photo of your dog. This will be especially handy if the unthinkable happens and your dog gets away from you and you need to find them. You may also consider a temporary travel collar and Pet ID with your name, cell phone number and the number of your destination in case your pet gets lost. If your pet has a microchip, make sure all of your information is accurate.
10. Do your research before leaving home. Create a list of veterinarian hospitals within 30-60 minutes of your final destination.
11. Make sure you pack all of your dogs essentials- food, water, supplements, toys and their bed or favorite blanket. Just like us, they like to have their favorite things nearby which can help the travel process to go smoothly. 
12. Traveling with your pet does take a bit more advance planning. You’ll want to book your accommodations in advance for the duration of your trip and confirm that they are pet-friendly and inquire if they charge a fee for pets.

• Vaccination Records
• Toys
• Treats
• A portable food & water dish
• His favorite blanket and/or bed
• Plenty of water
• Dog Poo bags
• Calming Tablets, just in case I need them
• A first-aid kit (especially something to remove ticks)
• An old towel to cover the seat or to clean up muddy feet
• Pet Wipes for grooming between baths
• Pet Restraints or a crate for the car