Do greyhounds have low platelets?

Do greyhounds have low platelets?

Greyhounds have lower platelet counts than other breeds (Table 1). 2 Reference values for greyhound platelets have been reported to be as low as 64,000/µl. 3 One complicating factor in interpreting greyhound platelet counts is ehrlichiosis, a rickettsial tick-borne disease known to cause thrombocytopenia.

Do greyhounds have thin blood?

Greyhounds have unusually high numbers of red blood cells to carry enough oxygen to supply those amazing bursts of speed. However, this means their blood is thicker than other dogs’ and more prone to form micro-clots.

What does greyhound blood mean?

It is because they have more red blood cells, and elevated parameters for RBC, hemoglobin, and PCV / HCT, that Greyhounds are so desirable as blood donors. Platelet numbers are lower on average for a Greyhound than in other dog breeds, and this might be mistaken as a problem.

Why do Greyhounds have high PCV?

Greyhounds have significantly more red blood cells than other breeds. This elevates parameters for RBC, hemoglobin, and PCV / HCT, and is the reason greyhounds are so desirable as blood donors. Conversely, never interpret a greyhound PCV in the 30’s – low 40’s as being normal just because it is for other dogs.

Do Greyhounds have higher creatinine levels?

Greyhounds have a higher creatinine than other breeds, and can be inadvertently misdiagnosed with kidney failure when, in fact, their kidneys are quite healthy.

What is vWD dog?

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.

Are heart murmurs common in greyhounds?

This 1-2/6 basilar systolic murmur is common in Greyhounds, and it does not appear to be of any clinical consequence.

Can kidney failure be cured in dogs?

Chronic kidney failure in dogs cannot be cured or reversed, so early detection is vital. There are treatments available for dogs with kidney disease or long-term kidney failure. Your veterinarian will run tests to determine exactly what your dog is facing and the best treatment options.