Canine emergencies can happen at any time or place and being a prepared owner greatly improves your pet’s chances of a successful outcome. Below is a description of some of the most common emergencies you many encounter during your years of dog ownership. Knowing the signs and symptoms of these situations is the first step to ensuring the best emergency care for your canine companion.

1. GDV or Bloat
   • unproductive wretching or gagging
   • a visibly distended “belly” or abdomen
   • sudden and severe abdominal pain
   • arched or hunched posture
   • pale gums
   • collapse

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