Dog Health Problems - Symptoms of Canine Bloat
Canine Bloat is marked by the fast and unusual distension of the abdominal region accompanied by non-productive vomiting and retching with rapid, shallow breathing.
A dog with bloat may go into shock and profuse salivation may indicate severe pain. Once the stomach is filled with air it can easily rotate on itself. This rotation (volvulus) can cut off the blood supply, the whole blood supply system is effected and the stomach then begins to die. This results in the rapid deterioration in the condition of the dog.
Dog Health Questions - Dogs susceptible to Canine Bloat (AKA Gastric Distension, Gastric Torsion or GDV)
The dogs most susceptible to Canine Bloat are of the large breeds, are deep chested and over two years of age. The Great Dane, Saint Bernard, Weimaraner, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter are the breeds who have the highest likelihood of acquiring canine bloat. Studies have shown that the incidence of Bloat increases in dogs that male, underweight, eat only one meal a day, eat at a faster rate and finally are of a nervous disposition.
