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Von Willebrand disease type III is a severe, inherited bleeding disorder affecting the blood and circulatory system. It is caused by a near-total lack of Von Willebrand factor, which is a specific protein that helps blood cells stick together to form clots. Without this protein, the dog's body cannot properly stop bleeding after an injury or surgery.
Symptoms typically appear during puppyhood. Owners may notice spontaneous nosebleeds, bleeding gums, blood in the stool, or unusually prolonged bleeding from minor cuts and routine veterinary procedures.
This is a lifelong, incurable condition that requires careful management to prevent injuries, alongside emergency blood transfusions when bleeding episodes occur. Lifetime veterinary care and emergency treatments typically cost between 3,000 and 15,000 EUR.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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