As purebred dogs, they are susceptible to specific breed-related problems, including gastric dilation volvulus (GDV), an emergency where the stomach twists, requiring immediate veterinary attention.

Bloat, or gastric dilatation, occurs when a dog’s stomach fills with gas, fluid, or food, causing it to expand. In cases of simple bloat, the stomach does not twist, and mild cases of bloat are ...

The microscopic findings showed that the cause of death in the four baboons was asphyxiation and circulatory shock secondary to acute gastric dilatation (AGD). In one animal, bacterial emboli were ...

Gastropexy: another common surgery for dogs to prevent gastric-dilatation volvulus. Small intestine surgery: Multiple incisions were found in the dog’s small intestine, though the reason for ...