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.
13 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Von Willebrand disease, including Papillon, Lakeland Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog, German Shorthaired Pointer. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 11.2 to 14.5 years.
Von Willebrand disease in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- blood condition
- Breeds affected
- 13 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Von Willebrand disease is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Von Willebrand disease (13), ranked by health score
Related blood conditions
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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.