Canine bloat serious threat to some breeds

Oakland Tribune | October 1, 2006 | Copyright

CANINE bloat, or gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), is the No. 1 cause of death for several large and giant dog breeds.

This condition occurs when the stomach becomes twisted and quickly becomes life-threatening as gas builds up but cannot escape.

As the stomach fills with gas, it compresses nearby blood vessels, preventing normal blood flow. As a result, the stomach itself may die from inadequate blood flow.

Toxins that accumulate in the dying tissues can spread through the body, causing havoc in other organ systems.

Affected dogs drool, because they cannot swallow. Also, they cannot ...

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