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Pet Prophylactic Gastropexy

For dogs at risk of bloat (GDV), prophylactic gastropexy-a surgery that secures the stomach to the abdominal wall-helps prevent this condition.

What is Pet Prophylactic Gastropexy?

Pet prophylactic gastropexy is a preventive surgical procedure designed to protect dogs from Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV), a life-threatening condition where the stomach fills with gas, food, or fluid and then twists. This twist cuts off blood flow and causes severe pain, which can quickly become fatal without prompt treatment. During the surgery, the dog’s stomach is attached to the body wall to prevent twisting.

When Should Pet Prophylactic Gastropexy Be Considered?

Prophylactic gastropexy is especially recommended for dog breeds at a higher risk of developing GDV. These include deep-chested breeds such as:

  • Great Danes

  • St. Bernards

  • German Shepherds

  • Weimaraners

For instance, Great Danes have a 40% lifetime risk of developing GDV. This surgery can be performed as a standalone procedure or during other abdominal surgeries, such as spaying or neutering. It is typically recommended for dogs that are six months or older.

Consultation for High-Risk Breeds

If your dog belongs to a high-risk breed or has other risk factors, our veterinarians can help determine if prophylactic gastropexy is appropriate for your pet.

Benefits of Pet Prophylactic Gastropexy

  • Reduces the Risk of GDV
    Significantly lowers the chance of your dog developing this potentially fatal condition.

  • Provides Peace of Mind
    Helps alleviate worry for owners of high-risk breeds.

  • Minimizes Emergency Situations
    Reduces the likelihood of emergency surgery by preventing the sudden onset of GDV.

  • Long-Term Health Protection
    Offers a permanent solution to ensure your dog’s stomach remains secure, providing lifelong protection.

Our clinic is committed to enhancing your pet’s health and safety. If you’re concerned about your dog’s risk for GDV, our skilled veterinarians can discuss the advantages of prophylactic gastropexy and help you determine the best course of action.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and explore how this preventive measure can benefit your pet.

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Animal Medical Center of Tyler FAQs

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Cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Discover. Animal Medical Center of Tyler also accepts Care Credit, Scratchpay and Pet Insurance Plans. Read more about our payment options.

No, there is no advantage to letting your pet have one litter and Animal Medical Center of Tyler advises against it. However, there are plenty of advantages to having your pet spayed or neutered. These advantages include decreasing the chances of breast tumors later in life, decreasing the chance of cystic ovaries and uterine infections later in life, decreasing the desire to roam the neighborhood, decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life, helping prevent spraying and marking, and also decreases the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens.

Some sutures are placed are under the skin and dissolve over time and do not need to be removed. In other instances, skin sutures would need to be removed after 10-14 days at Animal Medical Center of Tyler, depending on the procedure.

This is a blood test that is run here in the clinic of Animal Medical Center of Tyler prior to surgery. It tests the internal organ functions as well as the blood counts of your pet. The pre-anesthetic blood screening is done to assure safety during surgery and to lessen the risk of postoperative complications.

Spaying or neutering can be done at approximately 6 months of age here at Animal Medical Center of Tyler. Your pet is examined and a pre-anesthetic blood screen is completed prior to anesthesia. We believe in taking every precaution to make anesthesia and surgery as safe as it can possibly be!

Yes, patients are seen by appointment. Animal Medical Center of Tyler tries to accommodate walk-ins as we can. If we cannot accommodate you at the time you walk in, convenient drop-off appointments are available at no additional charge. Call us at (903) 617-6891 to schedule or book an appointment online.