In a message dated 11/25/2005 2:16:19 PM Eastern Standard TParavelGS@xxxxxxxxxxx, writes: I do believe there is a genetic link, whether that link is simply body type that is condusive to this terrible event or another weakness in ligimation supporting the stomach and spleen. Sometimes things just happen without any explanation. Sheri Chambers Paravel German Shepherds Sheri, I couldn't agree more. I also fed and then exercised my Shepherds immediately afterward. They also drank water from the creek on warm days where they 'exercised' a LOT. Never had one bloat/torsion as a result. *\|/* *\|/* Ellen *\|/* *\|/* ***From w.NY*** http://www.geocities.com/jeenellyn33/ ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2005. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://www.showgsd.org ============================================================================