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Very Important Info on Bloat (GDV)
Jun 26, 2006

Problem: Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) or BLOAT

Dogs most often affected: Big deep chested dogs.

What is it: GDV (bloat) has two components: gastric dilatation--an excessive accumulation of gas in the stomach--and volvulus--a twisting of the stomach, which can occur if the dilatation isn't relieved.

Effects or symptoms: Severe abdominal distension, restlessness, discomfort, excessive salivation, non-productive vomiting, shock and death, if untreated.

Prevention: Several factors increase a dog's risk of developing GDV, including deep-chested conformation; having a first-degree relative (parent, sibling or offspring) affected by GDV; age (older dogs are more susceptible); nervous personality; rapid eating and eating large meals; eating solely dry food; and eating from a raised food dish. Despite the common belief that water consumption during or after eating and that exercise after eating can cause GDV, the role of these factors, if any, has not been clearly demonstrated.

To reduce the risk of GDV, feed your dog a combination of dry and canned food from a dish placed on the floor. Encourage slower eating by feeding at least twice a day. If necessary, put an 8- to 10- inch piece of sturdy chain (1-inch links) in the food bowl--your dog will have to slow down to pick the food from around the chain. Avoid stressful situations either before or after mealtimes.

Treatment: Your vet will decompress the stomach using a stomach tube (if possible) or surgery; followed by gastropexy (a surgical procedure that secures the stomach to prevent recurrence); and concurrent administration of fluid therapy and medication for shock.

Article: Good Eats - By: Karla S. Rugh, D.V.M., PH.D.
Poodles - Popular Dogs Series - Volume 7, 2nd Edition - 2005
A Popular Pets Megabook
From the Editors of Dog Fancy Magazine

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Brenda P. (164) 		Monday June 26, 2006, 5:29 pm
THANKS LILITH
THIS IS REALLY GREAT INFO.I'M GOING TO PASS IT ON TO MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
THANKYOU'
BRENDA

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