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Burpdog

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  1. No, not a vet tech:) There might be more than two now, but there used to be two places that could do the VWD test. If you do get it done again, I would send to the other lab. I did this with Chrissy to confirm test. She was thyroid normal. If you do thyroid again I would do a TSH (although not as accurate in dogs as humans) and the equilibrium dialysis (I think, I can never remember) test which is the most accurate. I'll brush up on the VWD:) Left that hassel behind years ago. Normally if the dog makes it past puppy years and surgeries they will be ok. I never worried about Chrissy because I knew she was not a bleeder even though her number was low. However, I didn't breed her either. A very big disappointment--she was beautiful. Someday I'll get a picture up of her. Diane
  2. I don't think it has changed--the VWD ratings are based on Dodd's numbers. The problem with that is there is only one factor considered instead of 3 maybe 4 according to a genetics professor at Michigan University. I have had Dobes with a 13 rating and no bleeding problems and know people with Dobes with a -0- rating and no bleeding problems. I have heard of Dobes with a rating much higher than 13 that bled to death. I wouldn't worry about it and wonder why the group is doing the testing? Diane
  3. Yes, Heart's was even worse after she pulled a muscle. Should clear up but as Chris said, it'll get worse before better. Diane
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