Bloat, or Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (GDV), is one of the leading killers of large-breed dogs. It happens when your dog’s stomach fills with food, water, and gas—and then twists. This cuts off blood circulation and can quickly become fatal if not treated immediately. If you want to know more about BLOAT... Click https://youtu.be/1DiVr5kEt5I, where we explain bloat, how it happens, and why it’s so dangerous. If you want to learn how to take your dog from Zero to Hero... Comment "HERO" to get acc

A common ailment among German Shepherd Dogs is bloat, or gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV). This is a life threatening condition where the stomach rotates on its axis, cutting off the passage of food and water, and inhibiting circulation to the stomach and intestines. Bloat generally occurs in large, deep-chested dogs such as Great Danes, GSDs, Standard Poodles, Weimaraners, Saint Bernards, and Newfoundlands, but has been seen in small dogs on rare occasions. It requires immediate surgery, so we

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This Is So Dangerous Gastric dilatation-volvulus is a serious condition and is fatal if left untreated. Commonly referred to as “bloat,” bloat occurs when a dog’s stomach fills with gas, food, or fluid and subsequently twists. Bloat develops without warning and can progress quickly. It is always an emergency. Signs of Bloat The dog will be very uncomfortable. You might see him pacing back and forth and whining or trying to get into a comfortable position but struggling. The dog might seem stress