OK..clearly, Bully breeds fart more. They snort, and snore, and make all kinds of noise. Really, mine doesn't have a very short muzzle...and she really does not eat fast, but she MUST be taking in a LOT of air because a LOT is coming out!!
So...do Bully breeds have a high occurance of bloat???? She is getting spayed next month, is a gastropexy a good idea for her????? I have Newfs and am aware of the bloat factor with the, but I am not sure how common a concern it is in these breeds. She is an American Bulldog.
2007-12-19 05:48:26 · 8 answers · asked by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I also have an American Bulldog. And yes, gas is a factor. LOL I do not know any higher occurences of bloat in AB's, though.
I don't think a gastropexy to prevent it would really be necessary.
2007-12-19 06:04:37 · answer #1 · answered by Karen 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-01 20:24:04 · answer #2 · answered by Brandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have not heard of bully breeds having a higher incidence of bloat, but any deep barrel chested dog does. as far as the gastropexy, i would talk to the vet about it. sounds like a good idea as a preventative, although the recovery can be hard.
for the gas, you could try mixing doggy digestive enzymes in her food and wait 10 minutes before you feed her.
2007-12-19 05:59:04 · answer #3 · answered by bob © 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. But try an elevated food bowl it can also help with the air intake and gas. I wouldn't put her through any unnecessary surgery. Just be aware it can happen and be a responsible pet owner and watch for the signs.
2007-12-19 06:07:26 · answer #4 · answered by alreadyfubar 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The info I have on bloat doesnt show them as one of the high risk breeds.
2007-12-19 06:02:14 · answer #5 · answered by Showtunes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine only as bad gas when I feed him dog food. When he gets his barf diet hes fine
2007-12-19 06:35:27 · answer #6 · answered by raven blackwing 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Boxers have horrible gas too!
2007-12-19 05:53:16 · answer #7 · answered by Corgis4Life 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask the vet
2007-12-19 05:52:01 · answer #8 · answered by Inseynium 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋