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Anemia in Dogs [offsite link]
Anemia is a reduced number of red blood cells or hemoglobin or both. The most easily observed sign of anemia is a loss of the normal pink color of the gingiva (gums). Anemic dogs also have little stamina so they seem very listless or tired.

Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia [offsite link]
Canine autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is one of the most common blood (hematologic) disorders affecting canines. It´s characterized by increased destruction of red blood cells by the dog´s own immune system. Though much attention has been given recently to AIHA due to evidence linking vaccinations with the manifestation of this sometimes life-threatening disease, immunization is only one potential cause. This article provides a detailed explanation of AIHA, it´s diagnosis and treatment, and

Coagulation Disorders [offsite link]
Most inherited bleeding disorders are the result of a deficiency in one or more of the factors involved in the blood clotting system. The most serious and common inherited coagulation disorders in dogs are Hemophilia and Von Willebrand´s disease. Read more about these diseases here.

Hemangiosarcoma [offsite link]
Hemangiosarcomas are a form of cancer which originates in the lining of blood vessels and the spleen. They are highly malignant and can be found almost anywhere in the body since blood vessels are necessary in almost all body tissues. These tumors are most common in middle aged or older dogs which are medium sized or larger but can occur in any breed. German shepherds are reported to be more susceptible to this tumor than most dog breeds. Read more....

Von Willebrand´s Disease [offsite link]
Von Willebrand’s disease (wVD) is the most common inherited bleeding disorder in dogs. Although dogs of any breed (even mixed breeds) can have vWD, certain breeds are more prone to it than others. Doberman pinschers, Welsh corgis, German shepherds, and Scottish terriers account for most clinical cases of vWD. Read more...

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