Flatulence in dogs, its symptoms, causes and methods of treatment
Bloating, or soot, is classified as one of the common dog diseases, which can be dangerous at times. It occurs when the dog's stomach is filled with gases, food, or liquids, which causes it to expand and put pressure on the rest of the other organs. Causing serious health problems
What is bloating in dogs
Bloating, or soot in dogs, occurs when the stomach is filled with gases, and turns around in a way that prevents blood from reaching the intestines, as food and gases stop coming out, and it also leads to torsion of the spleen, loss of blood circulation, and blockage of the vital blood vessels in the back. Which transmit blood to the heart, and this disease is called a dog disease; It is called gastric expansion, or volvulus, and it can cause the death of the dog within hours, in the event of delayed medical intervention.
Symptoms of flatulence in dogs
flatulence
drooling
The urge to vomit but nothing comes out
Feeling pain in the abdomen when touched
The appearance of signs of distress on the dog, such as insomnia and panting
Dog feeling anxious
Expansion, with the front half pointing down and the back end facing up
paleness of the gums
Meltdown
shortness of breath
Weakness
rapid heartbeat
Causes of bloating in dogs
Eating from an elevated food bowl
Eat Food quickly, or rely on one large meal per day
Play or run after eating Food directly
Frequent intake of food or water
Pressure nervous
Although any dog can get bloat, it is more common in large breeds with deep chests, which are
Boxer dog.
Great Dane dogs
Gordon Setter dog
Irish setters
Weimaraner dog
German Shepherd Dogs
Akita dog
Saint Bernard dogs
Basset Hound
Methods of treating flatulence in dogs
Treatment varies depending on the severity of the condition. In some cases, the vet puts a tube down the dog's throat. down to his stomach; to release it from the accumulated pressure, and sometimes to prevent a twisted stomach; the pipe from the passage; Forcing the doctor to place a large, hollow needle through his abdomen, where he releases pressure in this way
Intravenous fluids are given; to slow the heart rate, to prevent heart failure, in addition to antibiotics, strong pain relievers, and medicines to correct loss of blood flow to the heart; resulting from bloating, and the dog may need to perform surgery to repair the damage that occurred in the stomach, and get rid of any dead tissue, due to the interruption of blood supply, and during the operation the veterinarian installs the stomach on the wall of the body; To avoid twisting again
