Image by Wavebreakmedia via Depositphotos A bloated or distended stomach is a common symptom of a stomach ache in dogs. This can be caused by gas, fluid buildup, or an underlying medical condition.

Bloat, or gastric dilatation, occurs when a dog’s stomach fills with gas, fluid, or food, causing it to expand. In cases of simple bloat, the stomach does not twist, and mild cases of bloat are ...

Gastric dilation and volvulus, commonly shortened to GDV or “bloat,” is a life-threatening condition in dogs that occurs when the stomach twists or rotates. This rotation can restrict blood ...

because bloat is a life-threatening emergency for dogs." Jade, known as @jade.the.vet.nurs on TikTok, explained: "GDV is when the stomach fills with air, which is 'gastric dilation' and twists ...