How to Prevent Bloat in Dobermans: What Actually Works

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Bloat kills a very high number of Dobermans every year. Unfortunately, this problem is well known to us Doberman owners but what exactly can we do about it? Actually, there's quite a bit we can do to reduce our dog's chances of getting bloat. This video discusses seven simple things you can do that will lower the likelihood of your dog suffering from bloat, also known as Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (GDV), twisted stomach, or stomach torsion. We'll talk about wet vs. dry foods, exercise, stress, meals throughout the day, weight, and how the ingredients in your dog's food can play a role. We'll also discuss how at-risk the Doberman breed is for developing bloat and whether or not using a raised food bowl actually makes a difference.
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(1) Bloat (Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus). Dr. Holly Nash, DVM, MS. Accessed: 25 November 2020. asdca.org/healr...
(2) The Purdue Bloat Study. School of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University. Accessed: 25 November 2020. www.instituteo...
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(4) The Genetics of Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus (Bloat) in Dogs: What Do We Know and Where Are We Going? Claire R. Sharp, BSc, BVMS (Hons), MS, DACVECC. School of Veterinary and Life Sciences, Murdoch University, Perth, WA. Accessed: 25 November 2020. www.vin.com/ap...
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(7) Gastropexy in Dogs. Michigan Animal Hospital. Accessed: 25 November 2020. www.michiganani...
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I am a dog trainer who specializes in the Doberman breed. I have significant knowledge of this breed and provide insight into the breed as a whole, but not on the individual dog. Individual dogs and circumstances vary, and therefore your experience may be different. I am not a veterinarian, canine nutritionist, or behaviorist. Always consult with a qualified veterinarian, canine nutritionist, or other professional before making any decisions regarding the care, health, or diet of your dog. I often rely on the research, studies, and publications of experts while presenting certain related topics outside my field of expertise. This video presents my opinions and personal interpretations of this information only and may contain partial, anecdotal, or incomplete information. Watching this video does not supersede your responsibilities of doing your own research and due diligence.
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@ChloroxBanana 3 года назад

In the last half minute of the video, you mention a link to a video popping up in the corner which discusses the single most important thing on getting your dog off on the right foot to enjoying a healthy life, but nothing appears in that corner when you point to it - at least not on Jan 4, 2021 when I watched the video.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Sorry it didn't pop up for you! Thanks for the heads up! I'll put the link here and pin it for others to see! I'm just really passionate about Doberman health and I think getting the knowledge about your Doberman's underlying health status is the best "first step" you could possibly make. With that info, your Vet can SERIOUSLY be on top of things! Here's the video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-C2y_P3L8Hkw.html

@ChloroxBanana 3 года назад

Thanks, I appreciate having the link. My Doberman is two and a half, and I like getting all the information in your videos.

@johnnybravoBoyah 3 года назад

Put a big rock in bowl ...works

@selinablue7498 3 года назад

„Can kill your Dobermann“ me staring at my dog: 👁👄👁... you alright?

@wolfprowler 3 года назад

All caught up again. Cheers John Four month old Nyx has been consuming my time lol. She just got her rabies and boosters the other day. Time to expand her friends list!!

@evanelan3257 3 года назад

You should have mentioned the gastropexy procedure which can now be done pretty easily when neutering /spaying the dog. They do it via laparoscopy which has a minimal incision. Most vets will suggest getting the pexy done same time as neutering to help prevent torsion. It won’t prevent bloat, but it will prevent the stomach from rotating/twisting which is what ultimately kills the dog

@igortsuker9135 3 года назад

Doing it for my dobie

@zengyue6045 2 года назад

@@igortsuker9135 do you have any feedback for the Roxy 😭 I’m getting mine at the end of the month and the stomach twists really worries me

@karlicobb6173 4 месяца назад

@dobermanplanet do you recommend getting the pexy for prevention?

@thobbs4526 3 года назад

Thank you for this very important video. My “love of my life” Doberman was an 8 year old, spayed female. I got her into an emergency veterinarian as soon as I found symptoms (hard abdomen, panting) of bloat. I’ll never forget looking at the X-ray of her stomach...obviously twisted, empty- looking on one side, kibble in the other. I couldn’t understand why her foster, a veterinarian, did not tack her stomach when he spayed her. She immediately went emergency surgery that night, but the phone rang at 6:00 the next morning. She had gone into cardiac arrest, staff tried to revive her, but she died. The last time I saw her was when she wanted to follow me out of the ER vet. 💔 She was very special to me, and I can’t even put it into words. My life was altered forever. This was in 2003. The emergency veterinarian bill was $2,700, although I would have paid or done anything to save her life. I have had 2 Dobermans since her. One died of lymphoma at 6 years. My girl now just turned 6 years, so I watch her, nervously and hopefully, every day. Another vet told me to keep a box of Gas-X, (an OTC medication for humans to relieve gas) on hand, to give to my dog at first signs of bloat. This is NOT a cure, and you still must take your dog to the vet ASAP. I am not a vet, just passing on info that was shared with me.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing this and I'm so sorry to hear about your experience. She had such a loving and caring owner though which is a true blessing for her while she was here. She could have ended up somewhere else so easily that treated her so much worse. I'm glad you had each other. Who knows, something a lot worse could have happened to her at a much younger age at a less caring owner's house that she could have easily ended up at.

@thedouglaspodcast 2 года назад

Omg I’m literally bawling 🥺🥺🥺 thanks for sharing so other people can understand the risk. But man.. I’m so sorry 😔 so sad and I just wanna hug you 😭♥️

@thedouglaspodcast 2 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet such a sweet response 🥺 I agree, they seem like a great owner! ♥️

@ginochavez4009 3 года назад

What do you think about logan pual getting a DOBERMAN

@raymonddeflaviis2306 3 года назад

Great and important topic 🤠 partner!

@countchocula5379 3 года назад

🤠 👍🏻

@mom-of-many 19 дней назад

You didn't mention getting your Dobermans stomach tacked. That can't stop the stomach from turning.

@naradtheocd9261 3 года назад

I love my 5 months old Doberman. He is a extremely fast eater. So we divide the food into several portions. We take him for Regular health check up. But i need to check for Soyabean oil. Due to budget we cant get the premium dog food. We give the one our Vet suggested and is within our Budget Called Drools. We also give him lots of cooked food. Generally boiled chicken and eggs sometimes minced lamb. Dry food is not his main Diet but i need to check for Soyabean oil. Thanks for a wonderful Video as always John. You are a Messiah for Doberman owners around the world. Love from India. I checked they use Fish oil not Soyabean oil. Fish oil is safe right?

@zekehu7701 3 года назад

I always use fish oil.....Omega 3

@naradtheocd9261 3 года назад

@@zekehu7701 if its safe. I am ok. I dont want harmful stuff in the food

@zekehu7701 3 года назад

@@naradtheocd9261 Have giving him Omega from the time he's 12 weeks old. He will be 8 months on the 8th. And our Vet suggested it as well

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

Sounds like you are doing a great job so far!

@naradtheocd9261 3 года назад

@@zekehu7701 ya. Our vet said the same. He had a skin problem, which is common for dobies and thin coat dogs. We started giving him eggs everyday. And other supplements and oils prescribed by vet. We massage his entire body with coconut oil, Castor oil and Aloe vera gel. A mixture of three is massaged nicely and we let him sun bath for a hour after the massage which he loves(he likes sun too much and hates water and cold) then give him a nice lukewarm bath. We do this once a week or once in 10 days. Now he has healthy and shiny coat. And we continue this because he enjoys the pampered massage and sunbath. 😅 since its winter. He stays in the sun as long as possible. We just need to massage him.

@ignaciotero 3 года назад

You didn’t mention preventive surgery (gastropexy). Was that because you didn’t find it useful in your research? Would you do it to your dog?

@TheHumbuckerboy 3 года назад

Several years ago I knew an impressive brown/red rescued Doberman called 'Sultan' who tragically died at the young age of 2 1/2 years from bloat whilst in kennels . His owner told me that Sultan would gulp down his food and water very quickly . I still feel sad concerning the short and troubled life that Sultan lived. R.I.P King Doberman 'SULTAN' !

@gardengirl7258 3 года назад

Please... no music... it is one of the reasons I like your videos. This aspect adds nothing to the information you provide that is always so spot-on and perfect all on its own.

@marcedoreste 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the tips. It sucks that so many good dogs suffer from this.

@hectorskmetija3015 3 года назад

My first Doby "Hector" had twisted gut/bloat 3 times. Not related to food, water or exercise, vet couldn't find cause. Although these are the main reasons. Luckily I had just read about it a few days before. His symptoms were so mild, just walking around the garden with no purpose, without prodding his tummy would never have known. Most dobies have a very high threshold to pain and not show other symptoms, until it's too late. They need operating on in severe cases within two hours. It was described to me as the stomach being a washing machine drum that spins inside the body, causing all the connecting tubs to block, stopping blood flow to vital organs. Hence the need for quick action. After the first time his gut was stiched to the abdomen wall, to lessen the chances of happening again! A year later it did, the operations are major with a long recovery. Basically the vet has to untwist the stomach and straighten out all the tubs vains and all. After the second time it aged him considerably. Couldn't believe it a third time. Again the symptoms were so mild, I even thought maybe I was being paranoid! Only age 7 the vet and I decided it was too cruel to put such a high energy, confident fellow though the operation for a third time. He also had thyroid trouble (daily medication), major arthritis in his knee ( hydrotherapy once a month) and fecking epilepsy. The medication for this was such a large daily dose, the vet ( best in the world 😊, ok just fecking awesome) said he should be hardly able to stay awake. But amazing Hector behaved like he was never even slightly ill. Unless his hydrotherapy was delayed by even a few days his knee would just swell up and back on anti-inflammatories for a week or two. Sorry for the rant, but this is a horrendous way to die. If you have the smallest thought your dog might have twisted gut)bloat. Drop everything and go to the vet, if you are wrong GREAT, might cost for a consultation or emergency call out, plus you might feel silly. But it's your dog's life. Please have a chat to your vet about it soon. Just to see how understanding they are. You don't want to be making an emergency call, for them to tell you to come in tomorrow! Again sorry for rant, but seeing it three times 😭 and loosing the bestest dog ever! If this helps 1 doggy it's worth the rant surely. My 7 month doby pup is wondering why Mum's eyes are leaking, he ain't seen that before 🥰 Another brilliant video from Doby planet THANK YOU 👍 Each time his symptoms were just very mild pacing, not extended tummy but tummy very firm, like trying to put your finger in an massively over inflated balloon. Another cause is drinking lots before or after exercise. This can be difficult to slow down in hot days or after mad play. Just watch them drinking and either remove bowl or leave command for 10 mins.

@Greekkitty 3 года назад

I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my second Dobie to bloat. My heart goes out to you.

@hectorskmetija3015 3 года назад

@@Greekkitty Thank you so much, as you know yourself it's heartbreaking to loose your best buddy. Under any circumstances but before their time!!!!!! So unfair. My sympathy goes out to you and others who have lost both 4 and 2 legged loved ones.

@Dorko85 3 года назад

Interesting about the raise bowl - I will still do it as it avoids them bending down so far; just seems more comfortable for the dog.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Yeah I know of a lot of people who use the raised food bowls not at all for bloat, but just for comfort for the dog.

@igortsuker2884 2 года назад

Does dog confirm its comfortable? 😀

@Dorko85 2 года назад

@@igortsuker2884 100% never a empty bowl 🤣

@igortsuker2884 2 года назад

@@Dorko85 never had non empty one in two min. Just think its more natural not to have raised bowls

@igortsuker2884 2 года назад

@@thobbs4526 im not a dog. But you pls do Have you seen any wild animals eating from raised bows? Normal and natural position and less % bloated from such

@thedouglaspodcast 2 года назад

The relief when my dog wasn’t on the list @ 8:30 😭😭😭 thank god lmao. He is a “mix,” so I guess he technically is..but that’s way down at the bottom anyways 🥺 I’m worried about him 24/7 as it is. I always thought that bloat was pretty dang rare so I didn’t want another thing to add to my list of things to freak out about lol. Extremely informative video tho! If I had a Doberman, I’d absolutely subscribe. I’m still gonna be watching through some of your videos anyways because I just learned so much! You’re awesome ♥️

@DJ_Blaker 3 года назад

Thank you for all your hard work and research on this subject. I had a friend that lost his dobe to bloat. Very sad. I sent him this link as he has another dobe now. Loved how you did the intro lettering on the wall. Another great video. Happy 2021!

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Blaker!! Good to see you again man! Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed this one! Yeah its a pretty serious topic and I knew the video wouldn't "blow up" and appeal to the masses or anything but I really felt it was an important one to make so I could (hopefully) help someone to prevent this with their dog. This just needed to be out there. Happy New Year to you too!!

@marinodejesus8024 3 года назад

Really great information. My parents and myself always fed our last dog 4 small meals a day, just to make sure that never happened. He was a Dobie/Dalmatian mix, a really big boy lol

@snappycattimesten 3 года назад

Gastropexy and forget about it.

@DougHinVA 3 года назад

no.... 'bloat' is not something to 'forget about' and you are not a veterinary doctor.

@fci501 3 года назад

@@DougHinVA but it could be a real solution

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

That's a legitimate solution that many vets recommend for sure. I've just always had a hard time swallowing the "major surgery 'just in case' thing" personally.

@snappycattimesten 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet I had it done laparoscopically at the same time of a spay. The incision was 1 inch long, one anaesthesia, one recovery time. I agree would be different consideration if doing a simple neuter or if you choose not to neuter.

@debbiekandoll891 3 года назад

Gastropexy is a laparoscopic procedure that takes one to one and a half hours...but it DOESN’T remove all risk. The intestines can still have a mesenteric torsion, but from what I understand, this type of torsion is most often seen in GSDs and Pit Bulls.

@martaorellana6294 3 года назад

Happy New Year John! Looking forward to all of your videos in 2021 as they provide important information & training tips!!! 👍🐶

@melyndamcfee2339 3 года назад

What Is your opinion on having the dog’s stomach tact to prevent the stomach twisting? My six month old is about to go in for her spay and I’m having it done at the same time.I felt it was better to be safe than sorry since she’s in for Abdominal surgery anyways

@chaos6687 3 года назад

Its been confirmed! I'm getting a doberman pup in March! Thank you for your videos. I have learned so much

@numbone 3 года назад

I wouldn't feed my Dobie Purina food if someone paid me!

@Leovega. 3 года назад

He recommends Purina pro is that no good?

@Learning_disability 3 года назад

@@Leovega. yes but why do

@Leovega. 3 года назад

@@Learning_disability why do what?

@ejohnson3837 3 года назад

@@Leovega. it is good food. google best brands of dog food and it is in the top 5*

@Learning_disability 3 года назад

@@Leovega. correction do = tho

@geeeemn5010 3 года назад

Great coverage of a serious Doberman topic John! Thanks for all your research and info!

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!!!

@southpawshooters2650 3 года назад

Great info! I had a bloat scare with my pup a few weeks ago out of nowhere and had to run her to the ER in the middle of the night , it was terrifying! Hopefully these tips will prevent that from happening again. Thanks !

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

So sorry to hear you had to deal with this! Sounds like it was a happy outcome this time? So glad to hear it!

@southpawshooters2650 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet Yes we were very fortunate to rush her to the ER where they gave her a pain killer and an IV to calm her down and get her breathing right so we could get her to her normal vet first thing in the morning. There they gave her X-rays and noticed her bowels were bloated with gas and tangled up. The gas was keeping her bowles lodged in place so he vet prescribed us some pain meds and believe it or not... Gasex lol. Shortly after she gassed out the vet office... was horrible but was a good sign of future progress🤣. The first few days were very tough and nerve wracking because she was still shaky and wouldn't eat, so getting the meds down was a task in its own. We had to make a paste mixture with her food and medication and inject it in her mouth with a turkey baster for the first 3 days till she suddenly got her appetite back and started to eat on her own again. Was a bit of tough love but it worked out for the best. Today she's as good as new and even better than before because we also found out she had a thyroid issue and tyrosinen has made her like a puppy again!

@777GodsSoldier 3 года назад

I currently use a slow feeder bowl (maze bowl) it does help alot. My doberman is a fast eater

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Good to hear it's working for you!

@dianaespinoza2352 3 года назад

I love your videos and I am thinking about getting a Doberman. Can you make a video of the ear wrapping process and how to do it correctly. Thank you 😊😊

@demonsoldier9792 3 года назад

Just want you to make a video on " how to differentiate European and American Doberman puppies". I have a lot of confusion Between them as they almost look similar when they are babies

@yashshoora8638 3 года назад

Yeah I want that too..

@Yashsura 3 года назад

I also find difficulty last week in differentiating between American and European dobe pups. He said these are European dobe puppies but I think those are American ( as he didn't showed me their parents and told that they are gone for a week outside for dog show)

@demonsoldier9792 3 года назад

@@Yashsura maybe I will face same difficulty while getting dobe pups in future as they( breeders) don't keep their dogs that much healthy. That's why American and European dobe looks almost same. They take advantage of this thing and charge more by saying that these are European dobes

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

That's would be a cool video and I'll keep it in mind, but honestly it's REALLY hard to tell as puppies. A lot of the body structure things that you use to tell an American from a European is so hard to see in a puppy. Best bet it to see the parents if you can. SOMETIMES you can see a thinner snout (American) vs. the obvious boxy/bigger snout (European) in a puppy, but it's tough because a puppy snout often looks boxy no matter what. And sometimes the lighter rust colored markings on the American's can be seen on puppies also. But it's very hard, even for me and I'm looking at Dobermans almost daily.

@denniswalton4178 3 года назад

What about a raw diet?

@benjaminnetherton4526 3 года назад

Love the videos! I'm getting my female dobie next week, couldn't be more excited and your videos have definitely made me feel more confident in doing so!

@sritaran...___12___... 3 года назад

Congratulations on the new dogs

@danijelalise34 3 года назад

Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you😀😁😀😀😁😀😆😆😆😆🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊

@benjaminnetherton4526 3 года назад

My only reservation and concern is the crate training/potty training along with the separation anxiety early on. I've watched your earlier videos addressing these issues so hopefully I can succeed!

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Congrats Ben, that's so amazing! Take lots of pictures, they grow so fast!

@peeweesindebed Год назад

We had our previous Doberman (spayed female) die at 12 years old from this. She was healthy, fit, and certainly didn't look or act her age. Onset was very sudden, with retching and extreme anxiousness. I thought it might be GDV; looked up symptoms online, and called my veterinarian brother (across the country from us) who confirmed the diagnosis. We rushed her to a 24 hour emergency office (this happened in late evening when our normal vet office was closed). Radiograph taken which confirmed the diagnosis again. Faced with her age, we made the most difficult decision of our lives and she was euthanized. My wife and I were with her the whole time. I asked if I could pick her up and carry her from the treatment room to the prep area. The memory of scooping up her limp, lifeless body into my arms for the last time still brings tears. We've had our fifth Doberman for almost 2 years now. She had spay/gastropexy done at 18 months. We've had many different breeds over the years, however, I feel incomplete without a Doberman. John, thanks for all you do in educating people about this wonderful breed: you, and they, are the best!

@courtneyann1870 Год назад

I'm sorry about your Dobe. We just had the same thing with our 10 and a half year old about a month ago. Same exact situation and when the vet couldn't tell us for sure he would survive the surgery or recover from it we made the hard decision as well. On the x ray his intestines were twisted and the other organs around concerned the Dr. I've never heard him cry like he did before we left home and on our way there. 😭

@xdtrollers5525 3 года назад

I discovered your channel yesterday and it's the best thing ever I kept watching the whole day

@majajaspaert8661 3 года назад

John is the best XD TROLLERS 🐾😉

@NoBite2 3 года назад

John, do you have a link to slow feed dog bowls? Have you found any that are stainless steel? I am using a SS bowl with a raised mound in the center. It slowed down my previous dogs a bit. But, my current dog needs something even a little more challenging. Thanks!

@evelynbozone5937 Месяц назад

Hello, I been bless with the gift of a 1 1/2 spayed doberman. I love my girl but i am concern with dandruff and awful skin odor. At this age my dobby love chewing everything. I took my dog to the vet but i was told to experient with food change and see if this helped.

@Rockdog333 3 года назад

Also, keep Gas-X ( for humans) can be found at drug store or grocery store. Give them the registered dose for humans and go to the Emergency Vet. The gas-X can start making the dog burp gas if he is still in torsion and buy some time on way to Vet.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

I've had a few commenters mention this! Thanks for the tip!

@mmacejko929 3 года назад

I’m not a vet but I feel that dogs have eaten off the ground in the wild for years, my doberman will eat off the ground unless there is a condition that prevents him for doing so. One thing we have had to do is remind our kids not to get our doberman excited and running around both before and after eating. As kids they of course want to play with him so it’s been a learning experience for all of us. Great video

@hectorskmetija3015 3 года назад

I've always fed my dog's off the ground. Still had bloat 😭 but still feeding off ground. If there is a small chance it might help my dog's, I'll do it. But it's the owners choice.

@seanirwin1303 3 года назад

I lost my beautiful dobe to bloat 3 months ago, and it’s cut me so deep, I wept more for this dog than any human in 50 years. I was very lucky that my girl never had any health issues for twelve years and was so healthy and fit right till the end all of a sudden she was gone. So here’s what I missed in the telltale signs, well after feeding she would eat grass and then try and throw up it’s was most always dry reaching. I thought it was the food so I changed here dry food diets which only made things worse, then she started throwing up food and everything else as soon as I gave her different mix. I was always careful about rest periods before and after eating and drinking. Kept nice and trim weight wise. She was happy go lucky always but the cursed bloat is a silent killer for dobes and at her age a $10000 (Australia) operation was rated her with only 20% recovery and even at that she would never be what she was, A week after she died I met a bloke walking Great Dane who had went through the operation with his dog 8 yrs old had spent a staggering $24000 on the dog with good success and had told me that I did the right thing and let her go as she wouldn’t have survived as the trauma would have been to much for the poor thing. So people watch your babies carefully as this horrible infliction can and always does come like a thief in the night. Sean

@geeeemn5010 3 года назад

John, I'm looking into the gastropexy procedure (tacking stomach to rib wall to prevent stomach twisting). I know the "pexy" procedure won't stop bloat, but it can prevent the stomach from twisting which buys time to get to a vet before it's too late. I was told that when I get my female Dobie spayed (at age 18 months) it's the perfect time to do a "pexy" because the dog is already under anesthesia, and she already has her abdominal area opened up. I still have a few months to think about it, but it looks like a good preventative measure. Any thoughts on the "pexy" procedure???

@geeeemn5010 2 года назад

@@a3skywarrior845 In answer to your question, we got a laparoscopic spay done in September of 2021, and we chose not to do the gastropexy (stomach tacking). It was the right call for us. Our dobie has not had any issues whatsoever with her stomach. The gastropexy procedure would have just added to her recovery time, not to mention the extra overall $$$ for the vet bill. Luckily, our dog does not over-drink water after a long walk, or on a hot day. But, I still keep an eye on her when she's drinking right after some strenuous exercise. I'm sure the gastropexy procedure is the right call for some deep-chested large 100lb+ dogs (ours is 80 lbs) and who tend to over-drink water when thirsty. Best of luck with your decision.

@ien2023 11 месяцев назад

My Dane died from bloat. I got Irish Wolfhound stomach tack (gastroplexy) and he's already living pass his senior at 10 years. I'm surprise you have not mention this.

@bryanferreira9802 4 месяца назад

My best bud Boris just went through and had to set him free to the rainbow bridge. He was always super excited to eat. Had a maze food bowl and elevated bowl. I will miss him dearly.

@ejohnson3837 3 года назад

To take away any chance of your dog bloating you can have a stomach surgery where they stitch it in a few places so that it will not twist. Its expensive, but after seeing my sister inlaws dog die from bloat it is worth it. Any deep chested dog can bloat. Any doberman owner should have pet insurance.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Yeah that's a great thing to mention, glad you left this comment! And I totally agree about the pet insurance. Things like this can get seriously expensive very quickly!

@joellealexissando 3 года назад

Does pet insurance cover a preventive surgery like that? I would love to know if anyone had submitted it to their insurance. I have pet insurance for my dobie through ASPCA and they pay for supplements prescribed but wasn't sure about this procedure? I want to get it done STAT.

@ejohnson3837 3 года назад

@@joellealexissando I do not think so. Dobie's are plagued with lots of health issues. Our last boy Sarge came down with Wobblers at age 11. It came on fast and we had him to the vet right away. They did an MRI and then took him right into surgery to remove 2 discs in his neck that were protruding into his spinal chord. Cost was a whopping $ 7,300.

@joellealexissando 3 года назад

@@ejohnson3837 Oh geez, that's so sad to hear and sounds horrible to see, I'm sure. Wow, that's an astronomical amount of money. But by Doberman standards 11+ is a long time to live, must be from some wonderful TLC. Oh I know about the health issues. Mine has severe environmental allergies that turn into severe bacterial infections, so her Dermatologist bill is about $800/month. I don't know what I people do without pet insurance.

@ejohnson3837 3 года назад

@@joellealexissando We had to put him down at the age of 14 years and 3 months this past June 15th. He was fine about one month after his surgery. He lived 3 more years and I would do it again if i had to.

@johnnybravoBoyah 3 года назад

Deep chested dogs especially pron to bloat ,boxer,Shepherds,g Danes, Dobies.... every Vet in the world should give a pamphlet to owners as their pups R in for 1st shots This would save 1000s of dog deaths which is AVOIDABLE in the first place. It's a 911 condition pet owners!

@lmyrski8385 Год назад

My favorite Doberman as a kid died of this. As a kid back then there was nothing I could do. It was horrible. I've seen a lot of bad things in my life, but remembering that still brings me to tears.

@Rakpro103 3 года назад

Good info video.... Thanks😃😃

@urbainouestconstruction Месяц назад

From a recent video I watched, bloat is from the stomach twisting from being too active after eating, it happens to all barrel chested dogs. Mastiffs aren't even on the list you shared.

@gavin7620 Год назад

Hi Quick question for you, because I hear lots of mixed things about this, I take my Doberman mountain biking with me nearly every weekend. Sometimes we will go 8 to 10 miles or more and I am very careful to make sure he doesn’t eat food within one hour… But some people say that if I give him too much water during exercise that can cause bloat so my question is during these long mountain bike rides, how much water and how frequent should I give him water?

@vettechsrule Год назад

So my Doberman would ignore his indoor waterbowl. He would hit up the outside bowl, with floating daddylongleg spider every time. He was such a goof!

@HK-uj9qc 3 года назад

And foaming at the mouth will happen during bloat also. My female died from this and it was a holiday so I couldn't find any vet open and she died in my moms arms on the sidewalk. We finally found a vet willing to come in but my dobie couldn't get in the car. She just collapsed into my mom. Also, what about using elevated feeding dishes? Yay or nay? I've researched it so much I gave up because its about 50/50 conclusion.

@stricklandgarageaviation2864 2 года назад

I know this isn't about your subject here, but have you done a study on spaying? OSS vs full spaying?

@OO7RX7 3 года назад

HELP. My doberman male 3 years old. Last week after attacking a small Monitor Lizard he has trouble breathing. I took him to the vet, did a blood test and scan. It seems that he had tic fever and the scan revealed that his heart had enlarged. The vet advised to give him Pimobendan, omega fish oil, Frusimide. A week later he still finds it difficult to beath. How can I send you a video privately. Thank you

@ashwanimudaliar9718 3 года назад

Thanks a lot I am from India I have a Doberman male 5-6 yrs old he eats realy realy fast like in 30sec plz suggest how to slow down his eating plz suggest thankyou

@valeriavidal2242 3 года назад

I have a huge question and I have no idea who to ask so ima give this a try, I’m getting my puppy Arya in 15 days and I’m trying to get a car seat cover because I have a challenger but I can’t find any that would fit into a 2 door, and I don’t even know if she would be comfortable sitting in the back since she will eventually grow, what should I do?

@boysenberry8540 3 года назад

And this is why my female had a laparoscopic gastropexy with her desexing. Don’t understand why more people don’t do it. I notice you don’t mention gastropexy at all as a prevention also John ?

@jarrodszukics4207 2 года назад

This is why people need to stop feeding highly processed kibble to their animals. If you wouldnt eat it, your dog shouldnt eat it. In no way at all is it healthy for any animal to eat highly processed foods everyday. Feed a balanced raw meat diet. Theyre carnivores and should be fed accordingly. It baffles me that people still arent sure why these animals have health problems

@jon407 3 года назад

My dobie will drink gallons if given the chance, he tries to drink every puddle...

@igortsuker2884 2 года назад

So would you recommend gastropexy done at the same time with a spay? Laparoscopic…

@cnunley001 3 года назад

I will get my first doberman in about three weeks. Thanks so much for your help and very precise videos

@nachchthiramponnusamy2218 3 года назад

Is doberman hard or easy to train?? Your opinion...... And do a survey by askin how easy to train a doberman

@DebbieGarrison-k4b Год назад

I have lost 2 Dobies to Bloat. One I got to the Vet. He stayed there for a week, the day he was to come home he died. The day it happened he ate and than got very upset with a stray dog coming into my yard. The other one was a very fast eater, I could not get her to the Vet in time. I have never gotten over this. All my Dobies will from now on get 2 small meals a day and will have a bowl with another small bowl in it. I will never allow them to go outside after eating for a while.

@yugofromwakfu5213 3 года назад

My dobi is growing bcz of this channel Thank u and arlo

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

So glad you are finding it useful!

@aimannpandher7132 3 года назад

I wish I could get a doberman but my moms not letting me rn. :( Im just thankful I am able to get a dog after 18 years I guess.

@madginger3634 3 года назад

In regards to raised food bowls, I would ask who raises the food/carcass for wild dogs or wolves? Why are they not extinct from bloat? Not to be argumentative just asking for anyone reading this to think on that. *also note- I trust what most vets say in regards to dog nutrition basically not at all. Most sell 1 dogfood or another, so their say-so is kinda suspect to me.

@Rockdog333 3 года назад

Wolves aren't designed by humans. We designed the doberman to have a deep chest which changes how their organs sit. Other breeds prone are Great Danes which also have deep chests.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

It's a good point for sure MadCronk... Leandra has a good point too. Haha. Which is why I didn't know the answer to that and the study I found was pretty interesting which showed no conclusion about the raised food bowl thing... who knows. That is above my head for sure but the study was interesting to read!

@madginger3634 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet absolutely. Please note I only ask anyone who reads this to think about, maybe question this. I'm not saying one way or the other I'm right. Just please dont let the conversation and research on this be closed yet. Sorry if I came off different.

@JRAM7 Год назад

My Doberman drinks water like he's living in a desert. Doesn't know when to stop lol

@zengyue6045 2 года назад

Do you recommend gastropexy? At the time of spay/ neutering?

@majajaspaert8661 3 года назад

Thanks for the info John! Finn the doberman and Maja from belgium ❤🐾

@dane5678 3 года назад

i feed my dogs in their kennels that way they have their own space to eat. also i feed my dogs throughout the day. my doberman will bury her food in her blankets and then sit on it. she will lay in her kennel and eat what food she wants and hides the rest. if she get hungry i know because she will chase the pitbull out of his kennel, hide his food, and guard it. i leave the kennels up so when i have company they have a place to go or if they want to get away from things in the house they have their owns space that is their own.

@akalilbit08 3 года назад

So, when they’re done exercising, are they not allowed to have water within that 1 hour rest period?

@andrewcason5205 3 года назад

What kinda of wet food do you go with? Been researching for bout a week and they all seem so similar. Do you do the subscription thing or just get some from your local pet store?

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

Don’t know if you can buy it where you live, but Bil Jac in the frozen section of your grocery store is one of my dogs favorites. We sprinkle some on top of his dry food and he loves it. It is made In Ohio. I find it in the section where the ice cream is kept (not sure why it is there-doesn’t make sense).

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

There are a ton to pick from. I'd put some weight in what Suzanne recommends, she has a lot of experience with Dobies. But personally, I'm using Ollie (a subscription service) at the moment. I'm liking them for sure but it is definitely a bit pricier than kibble. But any subscription fresh/human grade food service will be. I'm actually planning to do a whole review video on them in the coming weeks that you might like!

@generalviky41 3 года назад

@pardeepsaran3036 3 года назад

Walking your dobermann after eating ? Happy New Year John. Great, informative video as always. I had one question please - I appreciate you should not exercise your dobermann 1hr before or after eating (1-3 hrs after eating some suggest) BUT can you walk them after eating as my 4 month old has a lot of energy after eating especially after his last evening meal?

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Definitely talk to your vet on that one. My understanding (and I could be wrong) is that they're referring to strenuous exercise. So if your dog gets out of breath or pants a lot during the walks then it may not be a good idea. If your dog is fairly relaxes the whole time and it's an easy stroll then I'd imagine it's fine!

@joellealexissando 3 года назад

I asked my Vet Nutritionist this exact question and she said no walking for an hour and no heavy play or running for 2, pre or post meal. If they have to go potty, quick take them out and then back in with limited activity.

@theamziss 2 года назад

How to prevent DCM in Dobermann? Don't get a Dobermann. :(

@theintelligentmonkey895 3 года назад

Have you ever had problems like these with your dog

@MattC-ly9lr 2 года назад

I have a friend that had a Weimaraner that died from that out of nowhere it was not that old very sad.

@139580medel 3 года назад

My Dobie farts A lot and they stink lol what do you think it is? The food?

@VchaosTheoryV Год назад

Is there nothing substantive on raw vs kibble?

@silviakapfinger4956 3 года назад

Happy new year john!✨🎇🎆🌠 Love your videos sooo much,❤❤❤❤🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🙏🙏💙💙 You are the best of the best!!👍👍 Stay safe and healthy!!

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Happy new year Silvia! Loved all your support all year! Means a lot!

@jayantzutshi5958 3 года назад

Great video! Will there be an ear posting video coming up?

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

It's going to be a bit still. And it won't be on RU-vid for a lot of reasons. It'll be going out to my newsletter subscribers when it's ready. www.DobermanPlanet.com/newsletter

@jayantzutshi5958 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet boom subscribed

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

We thought our Dobe had bloat one day after drinking a ton of water after some rigorous play. A quick RU-vid video search of a dog actually going through the symptoms calmed our fears and all ended well. Since then I keep all the info in my phone of where the all night ER vets are located. We made “dry runs” to them as well so that we are familiarity with how to get to them quickly.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

You're better prepared than most Suzanne! That's really good to hear. Great idea about getting familiar with seeing what an ACTUAL case of bloat in a dog looks like!

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet Thanks! But as you know, I am obsessed with my dog. Anything happens to him....it will be a very bad day. You understand.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

@@suzannethepatriot8049 Haha oh yes, I definitely understand... and I'm certainly not one to judge on that! :-)

@paulgarcia621 Год назад

It certainly is sad to see this and how fast it can occur.

@livingbruhmoment3880 3 года назад

My golderman female sadly died of bloat

@D13fs 3 года назад

Excellent video. Very important people understand how serious this is. See the signs - take action immediately. Happened to my 10 year old male just over 10 years ago. Fatal for him and traumatising for me. I woke up one morning to him retching, saw his belly and knew right away it was bloat. Immediately took him to an emergency vet visit but due to his age, and how far along the condition was, we decided euthanasia was the best option. Vet indicated the surgery was a lot for an older dog, very painful, at best 50/50 chance of survival, and if so very often even more follow up surgeries (more pain). Vet indicated 10 years was actually a good age for a doberman to live to especially since he had lived very healthy til then. I have since met many who told me their dobe's didn't live that long. I had done my research and followed the same guidelines you've listed here. It happened, I wish I woke up sooner. At the time the info I had on raised food bowls gave a slight edge to it being safer to feed with the bowl on the floor, not raised. I did what I could to prevent it, took him to the vet immediately, yet I still feel guilty. Seemed like a strange time of day for him to get it.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

I'm so sorry for your experiences. That's horrible. Yeah that raised food bowl thing is tough, there's just so much conflicting information out there about them. Can't kick yourself for how things played out and especially can't judge your actions on what you know now. Judging yourself in hindsight is not a test that ANY of us could pass honestly. You had mercy on your dog which was a GREAT gift to give him. Thanks for the kind words about my video, much appreciated.

@randall3786 3 года назад

Love the vid I watch your videos just in case something happens, I will always be prepared for what’s to come. Thanks for the video

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thanks so much Randall! Very glad you enjoyed this one. Thank you for the support! Don't be a stranger!

@WicKedKhaOs7 3 года назад

Keep up the videos, very helpful. First time Doberman owner haha.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it Jay!

@huzayfahahmed3199 3 года назад

Hi I’m watching at 17 minutes

@degodobermanlover2630 3 года назад

Hey John so I can’t make this Decision on my own so what should I get first a Doberman then a German shepherd or a German shepherd then a Doberman or a Dogo aregentino then a Doberman I don’t know so help

@debbiekandoll891 3 года назад

As someone who has had numerous GSDs (also AMAZING DOGS!!), my hubby and I adopted our first Dobie as a rescue on 4 July 2020! Lady is a handful...but I have NEVER felt so loved by any of my dogs in my life! She makes me laugh everyday, and lives to please us! Because of her, we found a Dobie pup who was born on 2 December 2020 that we bought. I cannot WAIT to raise this pup from the beginning! I never thought I would EVER prefer ANY breed to a GSD! Another practical aspect of having a Dobie is the ease of GROOMING! No Dust Bunnies made of dog hair all around your house!!! Bathing is very infrequent and super easy!! Hope these observations help! I am now a confirmed Doberman FANATIC!!!

@marcusolah6245 3 года назад

I did not know this can happen Thank you for the info!

@comconproduction8333 3 года назад

Epic!

@Mx-pch 3 года назад

Hi Doberman planet I love your videos but can you make a video on how to make a Doberman trust you because I got a 6 yr old one and is very protective

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thank you for the idea for a video!! Much appreciate it. I'll have to do some thinking on that topic! So glad you are enjoying the videos!

@JoeR203 3 года назад

My Vet said not to let Sammy drink too much, too fast. He's a fast eater (Sammy, not the Vet) also. But I feed him smaller portions 4 times a day. He has a habit of, when eating or drinking, to lift his head up and look around the room. That means food and water goes flying everywhere. ugh! Check my latest video if you want to see him singing. :-)

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

Good advise. Our dog drank a ton of water too fast one day and we had a slight scare. All turned out OK but we were pretty scared for a while.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

I love that you are doing smaller meals more frequently. That can make a good difference from what I've read! Haha yeah that eating/drinking slobber slinging isn't fun! :-D

@johnnybravoBoyah 3 года назад

Bloat happened to my 4 yr old German shepherd, I just figured she was a tad over weight. This happened Dec 7th 20 😢 Its even hard to recite this again. Anyhow I have an acre and chain link closer around my home to keep her and my 2 yr old shepherd Zeke safe and free to play etc Anyhow she undid latch and went off to pass on It was absolutely bloat (I searched /read many articles) she had 6 of 8 signs/symptoms omg so sad if I'd known about bloat I'd taken her to vet days b4. So yes she left the pack as to not draw in predators (dogs instincts) Next morning I search everyplace didnt find her, There are many woods I never did find her.I ll look more in spring SO people read about dog bloat!!!! Its a major medical emergency

@patiencepipim7106 3 года назад

'' NEW SUB'' THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME OVERCOME MY FEAR OF ACTUALLY THESE TYPE OF DOGS. Now I' m expecting one in three months time. THANKS☺️☺️☺️

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

So happy to hear that! Congrats on the upcoming new addition to your family, that's so great! Much appreciate the support! :-)

@kimberlymartin8673 3 года назад

Congratulations on your up coming family member. We just received our newest Doberman 3 weeks ago and fell in love with the breed 11 years ago because of our Zoey girl. They are awesome animals

@Juliana74240 3 года назад

Hey! I liked the video so much! I have been trying to look for a RU-vid video like yours that explains the topics in this video! 👩‍⚕️Your explanation actually is like the videos of Dr Ethan. Ethan's explanations are insightful and I learned a lot for my studies! He is an educational medical student in the UK and he explains medical school. Go watch his channel out and give the Dr a like! ➡️ #DoctorEthanMedLife

@alphadog5996 3 года назад

Very educational and good to know. Thanks.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

Thank you Alpha, glad you enjoyed it!

@carlybrower8551 2 года назад

My dobe is getting neutered in a few weeks, they mentioned getting the GVD surgery to tack the stomach. I’m very cautious about agreeing to this added procedure. Did Cooper or Arlo have this done? Thanks so much for the content! I’ve always made decisions for my dobe after researching your website .

@hannahandrainn 3 года назад

Are raw fed dogs less likely to get bloat?

@hectorskmetija3015 3 года назад

Some vets say that because raw food doesn't swell in the stomach like dry food, it can help. But there are many causes, but sometimes sadly there is no obvious reason. Just be mindful of exercise before and after meals. Plus copious amounts of water. The other causes are out of your control. Best of health for you and your dog 😊

@hannahandrainn 3 года назад

@@hectorskmetija3015 yes, I never feed before I walk her and leave it at least an hour after. She's getting old and I'd hate for her to die from bloat. I've seen what it does. Thanks for the reply :)

@username---------- 3 года назад

Can raw feeding your dobe help prevent bloat also? I am looking at getting a dobe puppy soon and already feed my lab and maltese a strictly raw diet which helps their digestion issues a lot.

@DobermanPlanet 3 года назад

I honestly don't know the answer to this one Jake. I would assume if whatever you're feeding them is easier to digest then it would move faster through their system and lesson the chances? But I'm not sure and also not sure if whatever raw diet you're feeding is actually easier to digest or not.

@username---------- 3 года назад

@@DobermanPlanet ahhh thanks anyway i appreciate your response :) i think im going to do some more research and maybe consult my vet also to see what their view is

@joellealexissando 3 года назад

Raised food bowls absolutely can cause bloat as compared to regular bowls. It is simple anatomy. The raised bowls allow the food to be eaten easier and it goes down the throat at a quicker pace, because the throat is more open, per say. This is what I have found in all the extensive research I have obsessively done and from what I have found from speaking with people who have had dobes who suffered from bloat. Also, always feed 2 meals per day (and according to my Veterinary Nutritionist) it's actually 2 hours before and after exercise. So, I feed right after waking up and potty, and have her go back to sleep for a couple hours and the opposite in the evening. After 2 hours of rest, then eat, potty, then bedtime. I would have loved if you also touched on the benefits/downfalls of having the stomach stapling procedure done to prevent bloat. Great video! 👍

@starlakelsey2782 3 года назад

I have fed all my dogs from raised bowls for more than a decade. Not to prevent bloat but for the spine. I had a Great Dane mix that bloated and got her to the ER within 30 minutes. Leaving the house she could barely walk. At clinic they had to carry her in. She was 85#ish. When they got her to room and sat her down while they prepped for surgery she had a huge burp. Loud and long. Her stomach started going down in front of vet tech. We didn't have to have surgery. The vet and tech said they had never seen it happen before. It seems when lifting her the techs somehow untwisted her stomach. We had planned surgery later on to stitch stomach to avoid it again but found out just days later that she had bone cancer. She was my boy dobe's best friend and he mourned her loss as much as any person I have seen mourn. It was heartbreaking. Bloat is bad. Very bad and we missed a bullet. So happy that none of my dobes have had this happen.

@ganeshr1197 3 года назад

Hi guys, I am looking into getting a dog in the next year, and have been looking into getting a doberman. A little about my situation. I am a doctor in the UK, so do work out of the house and on-call shifts. I currently live by myself. However, I myself am very active and will normally be up 2 hours before leaving for work and exercise in the evenings after work. This means I would be able to take the dog on two walks a day. I am also looking to either getting a dog sitter/day care for when the puppy is younger and I am working, and plan to get a walker or lunch-time visit from a family member when it is a little older. On days I work a 12 hour day, I would make arrangements for the dog to be looked after. I would also be looking to take a lot of leave during the first month of ownership to do some intensive and dedicated training (I've read a lot about training early due to their power and size), but am keen for the on-going training the dog would require. One of the key attributes I like about the doberman is their size, energy and loyalty/love for their owner, but equally their ability to adapt to spending periods of time alone compared to other dogs (as long as they're adequately exercised). I just wanted to know if this is true from people who have experience with them?

@devanarayananr6941 3 года назад

From what I know sir the dog will be good for you but I would recommend spending little more time with ur dobie when u get one coz they develop lot of mental issues .I'm not an expert just a kid 😅

@suzannethepatriot8049 3 года назад

That is true to a degree. They are also very clingy and being separated for long periods of time is hard on them. We learned that with our first Done when we went on a vacation for 10 days. She barely ate while we’re gone she was so depressed. I would start by leaving the dog alone for short periods then gradually make the time longer and longer. That way, the dog does not get shocked all at once with you being gone for so long. Hope that makes sense.

@thobbs4526 3 года назад

Wow, I hate to say this, but I would wait until you have more time. You must be very busy with the current world situation, and Dobermans aren’t called “Velcro dogs” for nothing. I’ve had several, when I as working full-time mom,and part-time and now retired. They really hate being alone & can get quite neurotic. If I was you, I would wait until you have more time. If you have a partner or family, that would be ideal. Otherwise, hire a friendly, reliable dog walker to visit several times a day. I have always had 2 dogs, a Doberman & various small breeds, and they become friends & companions.