Preventing Canine Bloat
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Canine bloat (gastric torsion):
A serious and sometimes fatal intestinal condition that may occur when dogs eat or drink too much too quickly. Symptoms include:
- abdominal distension
- excessive salivation
- dry heaving
- increased heart rate
To prevent bloat, slow down your dog's eating and make sure he remains inactive immediately afterwards.
- Create a regular feeding schedule of two to three small meals a day
- Put food in a slow feeder. The staggered shapes decrease the amount your dog can ingest at a time.
- Always review any new feeding regimen with your veterinarian.