An article discussing bloat or gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV) by veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker. A new study indicates that the vast majority of dogs who 
undergo surgery for GDV survive. The study also indicates that the dogs most likely to develop GDV are purebred and weigh over 88 pounds. The Great Dane, Akita, Dogue de Bordeaux, Irish Setter and Weimaraner are the breeds that have the greatest risk of developing GDV. The article also indicates “Dogs fed primarily dry diets are at significantly increased risk for GDV” – https://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2017/11/01/gastric-dilatation-volvulus-surgery.aspx