How to Recognize and Treat Bleeding Disorders in Dogs

Many dog owners become concerned when their dog appears to bleed excessively or bruises easily. If your dog experiences these symptoms, it’s possible that he has a bleeding disorder. This condition may exacerbate an injury, even make it life-threatening. For this reason it’s important to understand the symptoms and treatments available for dogs with bleeding disorders. Here’s how to recognize and treat bleeding disorders in dogs.

Things You'll Need

• Your vet's phone number

Instructions

Instructions

1. Examine your dog for symptoms of a bleeding disorder. Dogs that experience this condition may have blood in their stool, bruise easily and experience heavy bleeding from a very minor injury. Write down the symptoms to discuss with the vet.

2. Take your dog to the vet for an evaluation. If your canine is experiencing major bleeding, she must be seen immediately. If your canine has a history of bruising easily but doesn’t have an injury at the time, you can schedule a nonemergency evaluation. Ask your medical provider to test your canine’s blood for a possible disorder.

3. Ask whether your canine is a candidate for a blood transfusion. This will assist in stabilizing your canine’s health.

4. Provide your canine a calm place to heal. When your dog is released from the animal hospital, set up a quiet place for him to heal. Try to keep him away from stressful situations. Wash all bedding and provide a few favorite toys.

5. There currently isn’t a cure for bleeding disorders. Therefore, if your canine has a bleeding disorder, it’s advisable to keep him away from dangerous situations. Be aware of your closest animal hospital in case an accident occurs so you can seek treatment.

Tips & Warnings

• Control your canine’s blood flow if he becomes injured. If your canine begins bleeding excessively, apply pressure to the wound to control bleeding.

• Bleeding disorders can be life-threatenng to your canine. A dog that has a bleeding disorder needs special care. An injury that wouldn’t normally be life-threatening could be a serious threat to your canine. Keep her away from dangerous animals and situations that could cause harm.

Resources

• Pet Place