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 7:00 pm
Wednesday:        8:00am to 5:00pm

Thursday:           8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Friday:                8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday:             Closed
Sunday:              Closed
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In the event of a medical emergency outside our normal business hours, please visit our Contact Us-Emergency Information tab for emergency and urgent care clinic information. 

Get in Touch With Us

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, Updates & Forms >
      • New Client Hospital Forms & Policies
      • Emergency Information
    • Appointment Types >
      • Appointment & Prescription Policy
    • What is a VCPR?
    • Payment Options
    • FAQ's
  • Meet The Staff
    • Doctors
    • Management
    • Licensed Veterinary Technicians
    • Veterinary Assistants
    • Reception
    • Join Our Team!
  • Puppy/ Kitten Corner
    • Healthy Puppy/Kitten Packages
    • Vaccinations and the Health of Your Dog
    • Vaccinations and the health of your Cat
    • Housebreaking Your Puppy
    • Litterbox Success
    • Rabies Information
    • Feline Leukemia (FELV)
    • FIV
    • Spay
    • Neuter
    • Flea/Tick Life Cycle
  • Pocket/Exotic Pets
  • Services
    • Cryosurgery
    • Laser Therapy
    • Humane Euthanasia
    • Surgery
    • Prophylactic Gastropexy
    • Preventive Care
    • Senior Preventive Care
    • Microchipping
    • Digital X-Ray
    • Dental Care
    • in-House Laboratory Testing
    • Cat Boarding
    • Fully Stocked Pharmacy
    • Genetic Health Screening
  • Coupons, Rebates, Rewards
  • Helpful Links and Pet Travel
  • Black Creek Wildlife Station, Inc.
  • Community Service & News