Von Willebrand disease in dogs
An inherited blood-clotting disorder caused by a deficiency of a protein needed for platelets to stick together. Affected dogs bruise easily and may bleed excessively from minor wounds, surgery or in the urine or gums.
Breeds commonly associated with Von Willebrand disease (13)
67
Airedale Terrier12.0 yr · large
58
Doberman Pinscher11.2 yr · large
80
German Shorthaired Pointer13.4 yr · large
78
German Wirehaired Pointer13.0 yr · large
90
Lakeland Terrier14.2 yr · small
92
Papillon14.5 yr · toy
77
Pembroke Welsh Corgi13.2 yr · small
74
Scottish Terrier12.7 yr · small
82
Shetland Sheepdog13.4 yr · small
78
Toy Fox Terrier12.9 yr · toy
77
Toy Manchester Terrier13.0 yr · small
75
Weimaraner12.8 yr · large
80
Whippet13.4 yr · medium
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.