CHURCHVILLE VETERINARY HOSPITAL P.C.
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Prophylactic Gastropexy

Churchville Veterinary Hospital, P.C.

Prophylactic Gastropexy - Prevent this from happening to your best friend

Gastric volvulus and dilation (GVD) or "bloat" is a common life-threatening condition that affects many large and x-large breed dogs. It is characterized by a tremendous ballooning (dilation) of the stomach with gas and frothy material.  Dilation may be followed by twisting of the stomach (volvulus) that closes both the inlet and outlet of the stomach.  As swelling continues, shock develops as the swollen stomach blocks return of blood from the abdomen to the heart.  Widespread tissue damage and kidney failure develop and death from respiratory and cardiac arrest soon follow. This condition can appear suddenly in otherwise apparently healthy dogs.

Some of the breeds more commonly affected by this dangerous condition are:
  • Great Danes 
  • Irish Wolf Hounds
  • German Shepherds
  • Blood Hounds
  • Gordon Setters
  • Weimaraners
  • St. Bernards
  • Irish Setters
  • Standard Poodles
  • Doberman Pinschers
The condition is rapidly progressive and life-threatening, which requires immediate emergency surgery and veterinary care that can cost thousands of dollars.

A recent study reported in the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association (May-June 2013) that "No dog experienced GDV (Gastro Volvulus and Dialation) after IG (Incisional Gastropexy)".

Why wait until the life-threatening condition occurs? A preventative procedure called Incisional Gastropexy is available for your pet at Churchville Veterinary Hospital.

Office Hours


Monday:             8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday:            8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wednesday:       8:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday:          8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday:               8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday:           Closed
Sunday:             Closed
CLOSED for most Federal Holidays
After Hours / Emergency Information
88 South Main St.
Churchville, NY 14428
Phone: (585) 293-2270
Fax: (585) 293-2294
E-mail: vet.churchville@gmail.com
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  • Home
    • Contact Us
    • News & Updates
    • Our Vision, Mission & Values
    • Policies- New Clients- Forms
    • Meet Our Team >
      • Meet Dr. Parsons
      • Our Practice Manager
      • Licensed Veterinary Technicians
      • Skilled Veterinary Assistants
      • Experienced Veterinary Receptionists
    • Payment Options
    • FAQ's
    • Career Opportunities
  • After Hours/Emergency
  • Our Services
    • Dental Care
    • Surgery >
      • Prophylactic Gastropexy
    • Preventive Care
    • Senior Preventive Care
    • In-House Laboratory Testing
    • Digital X-Ray
    • Humane Euthanasia/Quality of Life
    • Cryosurgery
    • Laser Therapy
    • Microchipping
    • Cat Boarding
    • Fully Stocked Pharmacy
  • Dog & Cat Care
    • Healthy Puppy/Kitten Packages
    • Canine Vaccinations
    • Feline Vaccinations
    • Puppy Housebreaking
    • Litterbox Success
    • Rabies Information
    • Feline Leukemia (FELV)
    • FIV
    • Spay
    • Neuter
  • Coupons, Rebates, Rewards
  • Helpful Links
    • Pet Travel
    • Flea & Tick, Lyme and Heartworm
    • Pocket/Exotic Pets
  • Community Service & News
    • Black Creek Wildlife Station, Inc.