Why Emotional Stability Matters in Dogs: The Story That Helped Shape Our Program

When people ask me why our program focuses so heavily on early neurological development, emotional regulation, kennel training, confidence-building, and intentional puppy raising… the answer actually started long before Gemstone Bulldogges ever existed.

Before Bel…

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🌿 Golden Paste for Dogs: Natural Joint Support That Actually Works

By Gemstone Bulldogges
When it comes to raising strong, functional, long-living dogs, we don’t believe in waiting for problems to show up.
We believe in building dogs from the inside out—supporting their joints, structure, and mobility before issues ever start.
One o…

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Pregnancy Support for Dogs: Building Healthy Moms & Strong Puppies

When it comes to breeding, the work doesn’t start at birth—it starts long before that.
A healthy litter begins with a well-supported mom. Every decision made during pregnancy directly impacts not only the development of the puppies, but their long-term health, stru…

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Chicken Allergies in Bulldogs: What Most Owners Get Wrong (And What To Do Instead)

If you own a Bulldog and you’re dealing with constant itching, red paws, ear infections, or digestive issues…
There’s a good chance chicken is part of the problem.
And here’s the part most people don’t realize:
👉 It’s one of the most common sensitivities in Bulldogs.…

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🧬 PennHIP vs. OFA: What Every Responsible Dog Breeder Should Understand About Hip Testing

When it comes to breeding healthy, functional dogs…
👉 Hips matter. A lot.
Hip dysplasia is one of the most common structural issues in dogs, especially in medium to large breeds. And while many breeders say they “health test”… not all testing gives you the same leve…

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🐾 Why Your Dog Stinks (And What It’s REALLY Telling You)

Let’s just say it.
You bathed your dog…
and somehow they smell worse 24 hours later. 😅
So you do what most people do: 👉 Bathe them again.
👉 Buy stronger shampoo.
👉 Try to “fix” the smell from the outside.
But here’s the truth most people miss…
🚨 It’s Not Just a Bath Issu…

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🧬 Why Fish Oil Matters for Dogs

Fish oil is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, specifically:
✔️ EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
✔️ DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)
These are essential fats your dog cannot produce on their own, but desperately need for:
✨ Healthy skin & a glossy coat
🦴 Joint support & reduced inflamm…

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🥬 Kale for Dogs: Superfood or Overhyped? Here’s What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

When it comes to feeding our dogs, most people fall into one of two categories:
❌ Feed kibble and hope it covers everything
❌ Or go down the rabbit hole of “superfoods” without really understanding them
But if you’re here… you’re probably different.
You care about wha…

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🥩 Raw Dog Food Guide: How to Build a Balanced Meal for Strong, Healthy Dogs

🥩 Raw Dog Food Guide: How to Build a Balanced Meal for Strong, Healthy Dogs

(Olde English Bulldogge Nutrition Explained)

If you’ve ever typed “raw dog food recipes” or “how to feed raw dog food” into Google…

you’ve probably realized one thing fast:

👉 There’s a LOT…

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🥚 Eggs for Olde English Bulldogges: The Most Overlooked Superfood for Strength, Structure & Health

When it comes to building a strong, healthy, and functional Olde English Bulldogge, most people focus on kibble brands, supplements, or protein percentages.
But one of the most powerful tools in your dog’s diet…
is probably already in your fridge.
👉 Eggs.
Not because …

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💎 The Missing Link in Your Dog’s Diet: Trace Minerals (And the Simple Trick Most Owners Overlook)

When it comes to feeding our dogs, most people focus on: ✔️ Protein
✔️ Fat
✔️ Calories
But here’s what almost no one is talking about…
👉 Trace minerals.
And this tiny detail?
It can make a massive difference in your dog’s health, behavior, and even some of those “myster…

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🐾 Dog CPR: How to Save Your Dog’s Life in an Emergency (Step-by-Step Guide)

If your dog ever collapses, stops breathing, or becomes unresponsive…
👉 would you know what to do?
It’s something no dog owner wants to think about—but knowing CPR could save your dog’s life.
At Gemstone Bulldogges, we believe being a responsible dog owner goes beyon…

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🧼 Thieves Cleaner for Dogs & Homes: A Safer, Non-Toxic Alternative to Bleach?

If you’re a dog owner—or a breeder—you already know this:
👉 What you clean your home with matters.
From puppy paws to baby hands, everything comes into contact with your floors, surfaces, and air. So the question becomes…
Are your cleaning products truly safe?
At Gems…

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🐾 NingXia Red for Dogs: Benefits, Safety, Dosage & Why We Use It at Gemstone Bulldogges

🐾 NingXia Red for Dogs: Benefits, Safety, Dosage & Why We Use It at Gemstone Bulldogges
If you’ve been exploring natural ways to support your dog’s health, you’ve probably heard about NingXia Red. But can dogs actually benefit from it? Is it safe? And how do you us…

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💎 Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs: Benefits, Dosage, and What Every Owner Needs to Know

As more dog owners look for natural ways to support their dog’s health, one simple ingredient keeps coming up:
👉 Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
You’ve probably seen it mentioned for:
Digestion
Skin issues
Yeast problems
Overall wellness
But the real question is…
👉 Does apple c…

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💎 The Truth About Gut Health in Dogs (And Why Probiotics Matter More Than You Think)

Most dog owners focus on food.
Better kibble. Raw diets. Supplements.
But they’re missing the one thing that actually controls everything…
👉 The gut.
At Gemstone Bulldogges, we see it all the time—
Dogs struggling with issues that don’t seem connected…
Until you look at…

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💎 Dog-Friendly Plants You Can Grow at Home: A Complete Guide for Safer, Healthier Dogs

As spring rolls in, many dog owners are heading outside—cleaning up yards, planting gardens, and creating spaces to enjoy with their dogs.

But here’s something most people don’t think about…

👉 Your yard can either support your dog’s health—or put them at risk.

Whi…

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💎 Toxic Plants for Dogs in North America: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know (And How to Be Prepared)

As the weather warms up, more dog owners are heading outside—trails, parks, backyards, and new environments.
But there’s something most people don’t think about…
👉 Toxic plants.
Every year, thousands of dogs are exposed to poisonous plants—and many owners don’t reali…

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💎 3 Proven Ways to Help Your Olde English Bulldogge Live Longer, Healthier, and Stronger

If you’ve ever loved a bulldog, you already know… they’re not just dogs—they’re family.
But here’s the truth most people don’t talk about 👇
Too many bulldogs are set up to struggle instead of thrive.
Short lifespans. Chronic health issues. Constant vet visits.
And mos…

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🦴 The Dangers of Rawhides for Dogs: What Every Owner Needs to Know

💎 Introduction: What You Give Your Dog to Chew Matters
Chewing is natural.
It’s healthy.
It’s necessary.
But not all chews are created equal.
👉 Some support your dog’s health…
👉 Others can quietly put them at risk.
And one of the most commonly given chews?
⚠️ Rawhide.
⚠️ S…

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🦴 CCL Tears in Dogs: Causes, Prevention, and How to Protect Your Dog’s Joints

🐾 What is a CCL Tear in Dogs?

A CCL tear (cranial cruciate ligament tear) is one of the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs—especially in large and bully breeds like the Olde English Bulldogge.

The CCL stabilizes the knee joint (similar to the ACL in humans). …

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💎 Cherry Eye in Dogs: What It Means, Why It Matters, and Why Ethical Breeders Don’t Ignore It

Cherry Eye in Dogs: What It Means, Why It Matters, and Why Ethical Breeders Don’t Ignore It
At Gemstone Bulldogges, we believe education matters just as much as breeding.
When people understand the why behind a condition, they can make better choices for their dogs …

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💎🌿 Icelandic Kelp: The Missing Mineral in Your Dog’s Diet

When it comes to feeding our dogs, most people focus on protein, fats, and calories…
But there’s something just as important that often gets overlooked:
Trace minerals.
And one of the most powerful, natural sources of these?
Icelandic ocean kelp.
🧠 Why Minerals Matter …

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💎🐾 The Secret Weapon in Natural Dog Healing: Manuka Honey

When it comes to treating skin issues in dogs, some of the most powerful solutions don’t come from a pharmacy…
They come from nature. 🌿
One of our favorite natural tools at Gemstone Bulldogges?
Manuka honey. 🍯
🐝 What Makes Manuka Honey Different?
Not all honey is creat…

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Entropion in Dogs: Why Ethical Breeders Must Take It Seriously

When it comes to breeding dogs, there is one responsibility that should always come before everything else:
The long-term health and welfare of the dog.
Entropion is one condition that clearly separates ethical breeding practices from careless ones — and unfortunate…

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Dog Socialization Isn’t Play: The Truth Most Puppy Owners Get Wrong

Dog Socialization Isn’t Play — It’s Preparation
When most people think of puppy socialization, they picture dog parks, playdates, and constant interaction.
But here’s the truth:
That’s not real socialization — and it can actually create behavioral problems.
At Gemston…

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Dock Diving Bulldogges

💎 Gemstone Bulldogges 💎

Jemma is back at it again 💥

Putting in the work and practicing for dock diving season 🐾💦

But here’s the thing most people don’t realize… 👇

🧠 What is Dock Diving?

Dock diving is a canine sport where dogs:

Sprint down a dock 🏃‍♂️

Launch into …

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Free feeding from 8-12 weeks


Between 8–16 weeks, puppies go through one of the most intense biological growth phases of their entire life. This is not just general growth. Multiple major systems are developing at the same time, which creates a very high demand for energy and nutrients.



During …

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Why We Keep Puppy for 12 Weeks

I keep talking about why we keep puppies until they are 12 weeks.

This is important to me because I've experienced puppies who had something happen during this first fear phase that could have been so minor that humans don't see, notice or detect. But yet the pup …

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Why foundational training is so important

Foundational training is critical because it establishes the essential building blocks—such as basic literacy, numeracy, and core socio-emotional skills—required for all future learning, cognitive development, and career success. Similar to how a strong foundation…

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Puppy go home guide

Create another flyer like this one with this information sumed up.

So you brought home your New Puppy

But now what?!?!

What do I feed my Puppy?

Currently your Puppy is on Victor high pro plus. After weeks of research, (and a few too many bags with bugs) I chose th…

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The first 30 days blueprint

The first 30 days with a puppy are a whirlwind of bonding, training, and adjustment, focused on establishing a consistent routine for feeding, sleeping, and potty training to build truExpect sleepless nights and frequent accidents, requiring patience and proactive…

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The Gemstone growth standard

Your bulldog isn’t “done” at 1 year… 👀

This is where most people get it wrong.

They expect a finished dog…
But real development takes time, structure, and intention.

From 8 weeks to 12 months — and even beyond —
every stage matters.

The awkward phase.
The constant na…

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🐾 The Hidden Gem of Dog Ownership: Why a Guardian Family Might Be Perfect for You

🐾 The Hidden Gem of Dog Ownership: Why a Guardian Family Might Be Perfect for You

If you’ve ever dreamed of having a top-quality, beautiful, well-bred dog… but hesitated because of the cost or long-term breeding commitments — this might be the opportunity you didn…

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💎 Meet Some Our Dogs – The Heart of Gemstone Bulldogges 🐾

💎 Meet Some Our Dogs – The Heart of Gemstone Bulldogges 🐾

At Gemstone Bulldogges, everything starts with our dogs ❤️

They’re not just part of our program—
They’re part of our FAMILY.

Each one has their own personality, energy, and charm… and they play a huge role in t…

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🐾 5 Things You NEED to Know Before Bringing Home a Puppy (Most People Get This Wrong 😳)

🐾 5 Things You NEED to Know Before Bringing Home a Puppy (Most People Get This Wrong 😳)

So… you’re getting a puppy 🐶❤️
First of all—congrats! That’s a BIG and exciting decision.

But before you bring that little bundle of energy home…

There are a few things most people…

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💎 The TRUTH About Buying a Puppy No One Talks About (Read This First 🐾)

💎 The TRUTH About Buying a Puppy No One Talks About (Read This First 🐾)

Bringing home a puppy is exciting… emotional… unforgettable ❤️

But here’s the part most people don’t realize until it’s too late:

👉 Where your puppy comes from matters MORE than the puppy itself.…

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Choosing a breeder

So you’ve decided to bring home a puppy—exciting, right? 🐾
But here’s the truth no one talks about enough:

Choosing the WRONG breeder can lead to heartbreak, huge vet bills, and a lifetime of regret.

Yep… it’s that serious.

Before you fall in love with the first cu…

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Early Neurological Stimulation - ENS

Early Neurological Stimulation - ENS
For us, breeding Olde English Bulldogges is a lifelong passion that fuels our hearts and minds, we care deeply about all our dogs and welcome all new owners into our extended family, which is why we take the time to conduct thor…

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Tips for Socializing Your Olde English Bulldog Puppy
Posted on June 24th, 2025.

 

Raising an Olde English Bulldog puppy can be both an exhilarating and deeply rewarding adventure. These beloved companions bring joy, character, and an undeniable charm to our households.

 

Yet, as much as they need our love and care, …

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What Makes Olde English Bulldogges Unique in Temperament?
Posted on April 1st, 2025.

 

The Olde English Bulldogge is a beloved breed that offers a unique combination of loyalty, energy, and gentleness. In this blog post, we will explore the fascinating history of these dogs and how they have transformed from fierce bull-…

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Puppy teething: what to expect and tips to soothe the pain

The timing of tooth eruption
Knowing when to expect puppy teething is key to saving your shoes, furniture and more!

Dogs develop two sets of teeth in their lifetime. The first set is the milk or deciduous set which act as placeholders or guides for the permanent tee…

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Satin balls

This is a great recipe (also recommended by our reproductive vet) for putting weight on dogs. When I was having trouble keeping weight on one of my girls while she was pregnant, this worked very well. Now I use this recipe for additional supplement for most of my …

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Tumeric paste & it's health benefits

💥💥Tumeric is so POWERFUL 💥 💥
☑️ joint support
☑️ inflammation
☑️skin & coat
☑️brain power
☑️gut health
sine, has potential health benefits for dogs. Here are some of the key benefits:
Anti-inflammatory Properties:
Turmeric contains curcumin, a potent antioxidant and a…

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Basic dog food recipe
  • about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble, if , as it cooks.
    • Stir in spinach, carrots, zucchini, peas and starches until the spinach has wilted and the mixture is heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
    • Let cool completely.(C) copyright November 2024
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Why Sensory Enrichment training Matters
Dogs begin, knowing our human world through their five senses: sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. Our sensory enrichment training focuses on stimulating these senses to offer your furry friend a full and engaging life. The average Breeder probably already pr…
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Understanding the Importance of Genetic Health in Bulldog Breeding
Posted on January 14, 2024

 

Imagine a world where every cherished bulldog in your care flourishes in health and vitality. Breeding bulldogs involves a myriad of responsibilities that go beyond simply bringing adorable puppies into the world. It is the love and re…

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Essential Tips for Caring for Your Olde English Bulldogge Puppy
Posted on January 5, 2025

 

Diving into the journey of becoming an Olde English Bulldogge parent is much more than just picking out a puppy. It's embarking on a delightful expedition where the well-being and temperament of your new furry family member are paramoun…

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