NON-INHERITED BLOOD DISEASES in dogs
There are many other blood-related problems that are seen in our canine friends on a frequent basis. If you suddenly find that your dog has begun to bruise or bleed for lengthy time periods, then a trip to the vet is in order.
Dogs as well as people can develop conditions that affect the blood and its production. Your dog may have one of several blood diseases that can seriously affect his/her health. Some of these can be potentially fatal, so immediate intervention is essential.
Long bleeding episodes
Hemophilia is a lifelong incurable malady. Only females can act as carriers of this disease that usually affects male German shepherds who exhibit abnormal platelet function. Symptoms would include- long bleeding episodes that are difficult to control, respiratory problems caused by bleeding in the chest area, along with blood in the stools and bleeding under the skin, accompanied by difficulty walking due to bleeding into the muscles. This can lead to weakness, paralysis or death.
If your pup bleeds profusely after loosing milk teeth make sure there is no underlying cause. Guard your dog by taking every precaution to prevent any injury and be alert in case of severe bleeding that can prove fatal.