I have to say Frith was pretty good with fireworks this , her first year. That is until the cannon . . .We live in maine and for the longest time there were no fireworks allowed. Now they are pretty much every weekend through summer. So, some people get creative in celebration, and our neighbor...
I forget what its called, but this reaction is what makes a good cancer or diabetes sniffing dog. Some dogs come by it naturally, some have to be trained. Our Schnauzer does it, and he trained Frith to do it. They naturally go to sick people and Finn will actually growl at "sick" areas...
We set ours for about 67, but it is just a window unit, and other rooms are warmer. And, she is conditioned for a winter in Maine (-30 temps at times). I think dogs are like people and get acclimatized to their region. At 78 outside she pants and runs inside to flop on the cold floor.
I second this--Have you seen "My cat from Hell"? We have applied many of his suggestions, and wow! Fixed our small problems instantly. They need a show like that for Bulldogs.
My only experience was in the early 90's, but it was not good. At that time less than 5% of dogs diagnosed lived. Perhaps vet science has changed. Basically your dog is sluffing their intestinal lining (as it was described to me). If they do survive, their intestine will be primarily scar...
I added Green Cow Tripe to Fritthy's food when she was sick for the extra calories.
The Stink On Tripe- For Your Dog - Dogs Naturally Magazine
I also add eggs, shell and all if they are boiled. Cooked in coconut oil if I fry them.
Eggs For Dogs - Good Or Bad?
Treats.
Positive reinforcement. Use treats to get him to walk next to you through the house while wearing the harness, then progress outside. This link might have helpful advice...Dog Behavior and Training - Green Acres Kennel Shop