Did you know that canine bloat is a serious condition that requires immediate attention from your vet? Talk to your vet about your Irish Setter’s risk for bloat and find out what signs to look for. If you suspect your Irish Setter has bloat call your vet or emergency vet center immediately. Bloat is also known as Gastric-Volvulus and happens when unusual amounts of air, fluid, gas, food or even foam forms in the stomach. The pressure can cause the stomach to swell, which in turn blocks blood flow to vital organs such as the heart. It can also lead to low blood pressure, shock and even organ damage. The most general causes of bloat are stress, hereditary genes, temperament that causes stress, anxiety or aggression, eating habits such rapid eating, eating of the wrong diet, eating gassy foods, drinking too much too quickly, etc. Talk with your veterinarian Portland, OR to learn more.