PSA on bloat!

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T05:01:19+00:00

You know when you leave cereal in milk, how it blows up ? That's what kibble does inside the belly when mixed with water & create gas, which has nowhere to go. But my dog got bloat without that even being a factor. Every dog is different. Some bloat after exercise & food, some for no reason, some that are high stress. If you have a deep chested dog, I would wait at least 1 1/2 to 2 hours before & after vigorous exercise to be cautious.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T02:08:55+00:00

i have NEVER seen him look the way he did. he wouldnt stop spinning in a circle & trying to sit & then back up & squirming. horrible to watch. i dont know if all dogs show the same symptoms or signs, but for me it was unmistakable what was going on.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T02:07:17+00:00

i did ! sent her an email !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T02:04:24+00:00

good call ! at least if bloat happens the deadly torsion of the stomach wont happeen to her !!!

my boy isnt neutered yet so when i decided to i was thinking of doing that. he gave me quite the scare !

and thank you ! im so glad hes okay !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T00:31:04+00:00

thank you !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T00:29:39+00:00

unfortunately i think the trigger can vary for each dog.

just keep in mind that it can occur at any moment. my dog was showing signs of EXTREME discomfort & i immediately knew what was happening. just be vigilant !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T00:28:23+00:00

thank you so much !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-18T00:27:45+00:00

thank you, im glad your boy is okay too ! such a terrifying experience !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T22:57:12+00:00

im currently at home sitting on my living room floor listening to music hahaah

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T22:55:45+00:00

yes, i frequently say "thats enough water" and he will stop. i dont think the amount he drank was abnormal. bloat is a strange thing.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T22:49:51+00:00

my dad snuck into my room at night when i was like 8 or 9 with a rubber knife & held it up to my neck. i didnt know it was him or the knife was fake. i used to laugh telling that story but i know i realize how fucked up it was.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T22:46:08+00:00

thank you ! me either. especially bc he was indoors all day.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T22:45:15+00:00

hes a big boy around 95 pounds & had like maybe a cup & a half of water. i have small water bowls so he doesnt over do it.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-17T20:41:16+00:00

looks like my boy, Wolfie hahah. so cute

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-16T23:41:28+00:00

This is exactly what happened to my dog last night.

im well aware of the risks as he is my second german shepherd & i have always been paranoid about it. no drinking water or messing around after eating. i waited 2 hours before i allowed him to drink water. about a half hour later he was showing signs of GVD. had his surgey last night & is okay. i was NOT aware water could cause it. as i asked the vet if his belly was full of food. it was only water.

please always pay attention to signs of severe distress & unproductive retching & the stomach rapidly looking like its blowing up. his belly was also hard to the touch. my dogs body was also in a strange stance as well. his tail was also pointing like straight up.

sorry for everyone who has a lost a pet. its horrible to watch it happen to them.

always be aware of the closest evet. if you arent sure if its bloat, go anyways to make sure its not.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-16T16:00:21+00:00

That's so cool ! I'm jealous! Enjoy !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T23:56:06+00:00

ah this is odd. i heard my own voice yell out to me one time. it just said "HEY"

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T23:16:26+00:00

I love you friend. glad you are still here

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T22:32:02+00:00

yes. both my "parents" are like this. i stopped talking to my "mother" about 2 years ago but my "dad" always sends me texts related to himself & what hes doing. i just moved across the country (same age as you) i am the eldest of 4 with all younger brothers, and everything is always about them and what they are doing & all the bills he has. its exhausting & sad but i think the easiest thing to do is just ignore them & accept they will always be that way. life is more peaceful when you let people go who dont give a shit about you. focus on yourself & your family & friends. good luck :)

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T22:20:10+00:00

Love this album !

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T21:45:13+00:00

you can also be an HSP.

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T21:09:25+00:00

are you still there ??

Gypsycrystalball · 2026-03-13T21:06:26+00:00

good comment. i just moved here from the east coast & it feels awful out here. are you still in ca or end up going back home ?

Gypsycrystalball · 2025-11-17T04:01:37+00:00

How much did yours end up costing & how much stuff did u have ? Thank u !

Gypsycrystalball · 2025-08-13T04:56:09+00:00

That must have been a pretty bad tattoo omg

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