Bee stings aren’t just dangerous for allergic humans.

I learned that the hard way when our last dog, Cody, died from a bee sting.

And the strangest part? He wasn’t allergic.

The Sting That Changed Everything

It happened on a walk about six years ago.

Cody stuck his nose in a clump of grass, and—

YELP!

He jumped back like he’d been shocked.

An hour later, his face swelled up.

We rushed him to the vet.

“Probably stung by a bee,” the vet said. “He’ll be fine.”

But he wasn’t fine.

After we brought him home, he started walking in counterclockwise circles.

Over…

And over…

And over.

He wouldn’t eat.
Wouldn’t drink.
Didn’t recognize us.

If we picked him up, he’d stare blankly into the distance.

Put him back down?

More circles.

We took him back to the vet.

Tests revealed an infection—a bacteria sometimes carried by bees.

No cure.

You already know how this ends.

Health Is More Than Luck

Some dogs are naturally tougher than others.

But it’s not just luck.

When we think of dog health, most people focus on things like vaccinations, food, and exercise.

But genetics play an even bigger role.

This is why some dogs bounce back from injuries, infections, and illnesses… while others struggle.

Take Moon, for example.

Moon survived an attack that ripped out her right eye.

When we lived in Vietnam, she protected our house from more than a dozen snakes.

Even though she only weighs 10 kilos, she guards our baby daughter from strangers.

She also rarely gets sick.

Why Good Breeding Matters More Than You Think

Most people assume all dogs of the same breed are equal.

But that’s not true.

The way a dog is bred has a massive impact on their:

✅ Immune system strength
✅ Lifespan
✅ Resistance to disease
✅ Energy levels
✅ Temperament

Bad breeding practices don’t just lead to obvious issues like hip dysplasia in large breeds or heart problems in certain small breeds.

They also lead to weaker immune systems, lower resilience, and higher vet bills down the road.

That’s why we only work with top breeders—ones who take health, temperament, and genetics seriously.

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Nick