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.

Dog bloat, known as gastric dilatation-volvulus, or GDV, is a fast-moving medical emergency that every pet owner should be aware of. It usually happens when the stomach is filled to the brim with gas ...

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 ...

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 ...

An online cautionary tale causes some pet owner anxiety. — -- With temperatures on the rise this summer, a cautionary tale for four-legged friends has reemerged across the internet this week, ...

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 ...