What is gastric torsion in dogs? What causes gastric torsion in dogs?

What is gastric volvulus

When a dog’s stomach is empty, there is no force to turn it over. Once the stomach is heavy, such as drinking water immediately after eating and panting rapidly, causing a lot of air in the stomach, and if there is a great external force at this time, gastric torsion will occur.

Causes of body shape

Large dogs and giant dog breeds are at high risk of gastric torsion.

Reason of age

Dogs older than 2 years old are at high risk of gastric volvulus.

Gender reasons

Male dogs are at a higher risk of gastric torsion than magnetic dogs.

Reasons for food intake

Dogs that eat a large amount are at a high risk of gastric torsion, so the dog’s diet must be controlled.

Causes of eating speed

Dogs eating too fast are at high risk of gastric torsion, so dogs should develop good eating habits.

Causes of stress response

Dogs experience stress reactions, such as sudden changes in environment, food, or vaccinations. Dogs experiencing stress reactions are more likely to develop gastric torsion.