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  1. Von Willebrand's disease (vWD) is the most common inherited bleeding disorder of both humans and dogs. It is caused by a deficiency in the amount of a specific protein needed to help platelets (the blood cells used in clotting) stick together and form clots to seal broken blood vessels.

  2. Mar 11, 2024 · Von Willebrand disease is a bleeding disorder that affects some purebred dogs. It causes problems with how your dog’s blood clots, putting them at risk for unusually heavy bleeding.

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  3. Dogs with vWD may show signs of bleeding, such as skin bruising, bleeding from the gums or nose, and excessive bleeding during surgery. While there is no cure for vWD, dogs can have a normal lifespan with proper care.

  4. Mar 13, 2004 · Von Willebrand's disease is usually detected when there is unexpected hemorrhage during a spay or neuter or when screening tests are done in anticipation of surgery on a member of a von Willebrand's breed.

  5. Aug 27, 2024 · Von Willebrands disease in dogs is a deficiency in a particular protein used to help platelets stick together. We discuss symptoms and treatment.

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  7. Jul 3, 2023 · Von Willebrand’s Disease Symptoms. Many dogs with Type 1 vWD never show signs or have very mild bleeding tendencies. Prolonged bleeding after trauma or surgery may be the first time an abnormality is noticed. More severe signs and symptoms of von Willebrand’s disease in dogs include: Spontaneous bleeding from the nose or gums; Bloody urine ...