It's not ever a topic that pet parents want to discuss, but it's necessary to understand how Gastric Dilatation Vovulus (GDV), also known as Bloat, is one of the leading killers of large-breed dogs.

When dogs develop gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), pet parents often feel a bit overwhelmed and in the dark. Perhaps ...

MISSOULA, Mont. — Hi, Dr. Smith here. Did you know that bloating in dogs can be deadly? Known as Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, or GDV, dog bloat is a life-threatening surgical emergency. GDV occurs ...

Bloat is a fatal condition in dogs if left untreated, but many dog owners haven't even heard of the condition. Veterinarian, Dr. Cherice Roth, joined us with the signs to watch for and how you can ...

Gastric dilation and volvulus, commonly shortened to GDV or “bloat,” is a life-threatening condition in dogs that occurs when the stomach twists or rotates. This rotation can restrict blood flow to ...

Q: Last week my dog Joey woke me up in the middle of the night groaning and moaning. He is only seven years old, is neutered and is a rescue that just showed up at our house. I think he may be part ...

This is in response to a letter from Sherri Price, whose therapy dog died suddenly from bloat (3/11 New Era). Although I have not had a dog suffer from bloat, I have had a relative whose dog died from ...