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ASK THE VET: Gastropexy protects dog’s stomach from dangerous twisting

A dog is laying on stone ground with its stomach exposed

Q: We recently welcomed a Labrador retriever puppy into our family. Our veterinarian recommends that during her spay surgery, the surgeon attach her stomach to her body wall to prevent it from twisting. Is this “gastropexy” procedure safe?

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