[PyrNet-L] Re: Health Issues-Bloat

[Charlotte & Jack Perry <pyreau@erols.com>]

We've had Pyrs for 30 years and never had a case of bloat. It is such a
scary thing that we do talk about it a lot.  I don't really think it is
that common in the breed.  Of the 3 cases I know off, oddly enough all
three owners were super-concientious and did all the right things - fed
two small meals, raised dishes, etc.  It really seems that this is one
of those things that just happens infrequently and there isn't much one
can do to prevent it.  The only common factor in these dogs that I know
of is all three were quite large Pyrs.
Charlotte

> >
> > How many other people have had experience with this terrible
> > problem? And for those of you who breed, do you address this
> > possible problem with your puppy purchasers?
> >
> 
> I have never had a case of bloat, and have had pyrs for over 22 years,
> averaging 15 to 20 pyrs at a time (sometimes more). I free feed dry food,
> we have dry dog food feeders in all of our yards. The dogs do not woolf
> down their food, no fighting over food, and no over eating.  I  also do
> not feed any food with soy.
> 
> I suggest to puppy buyers to do the same. None of  the puppies that I have
> ever placed has had bloat either.
> 
> I also have had a boarding kennel for 10 years and not had a case of
> bloat.
> 
> This has worked for me.
> 
> Kim Lasley
> Mistry Great Pyrenee
> & GPCA Rescue Coordinator
> 
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