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What is Basset hound thrombopathia?

Basset hound thrombopathia is a disorder of the platelets or small blood cells, which then become incapable of clotting. Even though you cannot cure this disorder, you can manage it with the help of a good vet.

Coagulation Disorder

Another disease that exhibits a clotting deficiency in the blood’s clotting system. The most common of the inherited coagulation disorders is hemophilia. Hemophilia is caused by a shortage in specific blood clotting factors. There is no cure for this disorder and in severe cases the treatment can include blood transfusions.

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