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Only a number of these risk factors can be managed. Large breeds of dog with deep and narrow chests are most at risk, for example, Great Danes, Saint Bernards and Boxers. Male dogs are more at risk than females. Stress, a nervous temperament, and being underweight are additional risk factors. Bloat is also more commonly seen in middle to older aged animals.\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Potential risk factors factors for bloat include:\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Large portion sizes\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Feeding once a day\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Eating fast\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Exercising after eating\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Eating from a raised bowl\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Eating dry food that has been mixed with water\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Gorging \u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">A previous episode of bloat\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 id=\"signs-of-bloat-in-dogs\">\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Signs of bloat in dogs\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Anxious behaviour\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Restlessness\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Rapid or laboured breathing\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Excessive drooling\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Retching or attempting to vomit without bringing anything up\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Enlarged\u002Fswollen\u002Fbloated abdomen\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Abdominal pain\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Depression\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli dir=\"ltr\">\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\">Collapse\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 id=\"treatment-of-bloat-in-dogs\">\u003Cstrong>Treatment of bloat in dogs\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>Your dog must be taken to a veterinary clinic \u003Cstrong>immediately\u003C\u002Fstrong> and without delay. This condition requires hospitalisation and aggressive treatment. Diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and blood tests will help to assess the severity and plan treatment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bloat causes blood flow to be compromised so your vet will initially stabilise the circulatory system by putting your dog on a fluid drip. Next, the bloated stomach is decompressed by passing a tube through the mouth and down into the stomach. However, if the stomach is twisted this may not always be possible. If the stomach is twisted surgery will be required to untwist the stomach, return any displaced internal organs back to their normal positions and assess any damage. The stomach will be permanently, surgically attached to the wall of the abdomen to prevent it from twisting again. This surgical procedure is called a gastro-pexy. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This surgery is often risky because the patient is usually unwell to start with and the organs are compromised due to lack of oxygenation where blood supply has been cut off as the stomach has twisted. There is a risk with both the anaesthesia and complications at the surgical site e.g. infection and breakdown of the wound. \u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>After surgery, your dog will require hospitalisation for supportive therapy including continued fluid therapy, painkillers and other supportive medication, as well as monitoring for potential complications. Your dog will be discharged from hospitalisation one the pain is controlled and they are bright and eating again. Activity must be restricted for two weeks whilst the surgical site heals; activity must be limited to short lead walks for toileting only.\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>Unfortunately, it is possible for this condition to be fatal despite treatment. Fatality is often due to the damage suffered by the internal organs as a result of the twisted stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having had a previous episode of bloat or GDV will also make a dog more prone to further episodes. However, in these cases, surgical treatment is available, which involves permanently securing the position of the stomach with the aim of preventing twisting (volvulus). This surgical procedure does not prevent dilation (bloat). 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