Lost my baby basset Ishka today

I lost my baby basset Ishka today to GDV, (bloating and twisting of the stomach) she was only 17 months old, please all those with deep chested breeds be aware of how deadly and quick this illness strikes and that it can stike any age and any sex.

Be aware of the signs,
Distended abdomen
Unsuccessful attempts to belch or vomit
Retching without producing anything
Weakness
Excessive salivation
Shortness of breath
Cold body temperature
Pale gums
Rapid heartbeat
Collapse.

Sorry for your loss Sarah

Sleep tight Ishka x

Thank you, messaged you

Sarah I am sad to learn you lost your lovely dog Ishka
Sleep well Ishka....

Oh No

My Breagh came so close. (there's a thread of events on here somewhere)

GDV / Torsion - is everybody's worst nightmare.

So sorry to read this.

Run free Ishka

I am so very sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your beloved baby girlie

Run free Ishka, run free xx

I'm so sorry, I have also lost a dear dog to bloat, and had a near miss with another, it is a dreadful thing to go through and my heart goes out to you.

Run free beautiful Ishka xxx

So sorry for your loss

Sleep tight Ishka x

Oh no poor baby, So sorry for your loss, no idea how you must be feeling to lose one so young

So sorry xx