My almost 2 year old blue Great Dane died yesterday due to bloat. His name was Buzz Light Year and I love him so much and am having a very hard time getting over this. He was so special, I never heard him growl his whole life - not once. He was soooo good w/ my kids. He use to always put his head on my lap. This is just so hard. Anyways, has anyone ever done the preventive surgery that can be done? I have a female Great Dane but I'm afraid to ever get a male again because I think they're more supseptable to bloat and I don't want to go through this heartache again. Has anyone gone through this?
I am sorry to hear of Buzz Light Year passing. That is so sad.
Most of these answers are right on. However, There are many, many dogs, male and female, that have bloated with all the 'preventative measures' taken. There are some pedigrees that seem more susceptible to bloat than others. Another factor that I think is over looked is diet. I have never met a Dane that has bloated that is fed a raw based diet. For what ever reason, that seems controversial to feed raw to dogs for some reason. I think that kibbles swell up in the belly are a factor but not the primary cause. (Yes, my danes are fed raw)
I think science has looked for the one reason for the cause of bloat. They haven't found one because there isn't 'one.' There are many, many reasons. From my own unscientific studies, genetics and diet I think are the two most major factors.
There are preventative surgeries. It is called a staple and tack. Many females are tacked during a spay. There is a less invasive laproscopic procedure as well, however, there are a few vets that are not as pleased with the lap procedure as some have seen the work come undone in some cases.
Tack and Staple does not prevent bloat but does stop the torsion of the stomach that causes death.
Also, doing a tack and staple in a young dane doesn't work as well, as they are still growing so much. Even at just 2 years old, your boy had some filling out to do. Few vets would have recommended this procedure done on a 2 year old male. A female during a spay is fine.
I agree with what others have already said. Unlikely there was anything you could have done. Once you know the warnings signs, you can treat your dog yourself while seeking out medical care. You can can contact your local Dane club or search the internet for "Bloat Kits." You can make them at home for about $30. Often that will get you enough time to get your pet to a vet. Caught early enough and treated, your pet has a good chance of survival.
I also believe Yahoo has a Great Dane Bloat Support group.
I hope your heart heals
j
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