Treating Bloat in Dogs

July's Pet of the Month

Meet our big, handsome July Pet of the Month, Blue! Blue is a 3.5-year-old Great Dane who weighs in at a whopping 120 pounds! Blue is a sweet boy who, regardless of his size, thinks that he is a lap dog. Blue also wants to be friends with everyone he sees, especially while out walking and riding the elevator in his building. Blue is here to talk to us about this month's topic gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), most commonly known as "bloat".

  

A few months ago, while out for a walk, Blue started exhibiting some concerning signs. Blue's abdomen was distended, he was repeatedly attempting to vomit, and was in obvious discomfort. Luckily, Blue's owner knew something was wrong and, suspecting GDV, rushed over to Pearl Animal Hospital where we were able to assess Blue and immediately refer them to Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital. Blue's surgery went well and he made a full recovery back to his normal, goofy self.

Vestibular Disease in Dogs

June's Pet of the Month

Meet our June Pet of the Month, Hank!  Isn't he a handsome guy?  Hank is a 14.5 year old Lab.  He is a loyal brother to his litter mate Cody and to his human brother Parker.  He's a major treat seeker often found under the high chair or with his head in purses and strollers looking for morsels.  In his younger days, he helped his owner train for four marathons, clocking about 40 miles per week!   

Our buddy Hank, has had quite a time over the last few weeks including an episode of "bloat".  However, Hank is here to talk to us about this month's topic of vestibular disease.