Guest Mr_Owski Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 We've noticed recurring red marks showing up on one of our dogs. The one below is about the size of a dime, but we've seen a couple that have been as large as a quarter. We only spot them one at a time, and our other hound shows no signs of them, leading us to believe it's not something contagious. These marks are not sores and are not raised off the skin. We notice them primarily in our dog's under arms and belly...though I'm not sure if that's only because the hair is thinnest in those places and in reality there could be more hiding underneath his black fur. These spots will only be visible for 2-4 days and will then disappear. Our dog shows no signs of discomfort, scratching, or licking at these areas. I'm not overly worried, but I'd be happy to find some answers if others have experienced the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4My2Greys Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 I would immediately have him checked for Immune-Mediated Thrombocytopenia. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=1412 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newgreymom Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 They look like bruises. Have his platelets checked. As mentioned above, thrombocytopenia... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 He is experiencing bruising under the skin. I would have his platelets checked. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Agree with the above posters. Get him checked as soon as possible. Sending good wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greydawg Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 My Alex gets this, too. As OP described, it lasts a few days, then disappears. There are no signs of discomfort, and no other issues. Alex's mystery spot recurs in the same place on his chest every time. My vet, who is a very experienced Greyhound vet, has not been concerned with it. OP, if you find out anything differently, would you let me know? Thanks. Quote Cheryl - "Mom" to RUNNER (Gunnah, born 6/15/2012) and FARGO (Ridin Shotgun, born 8/21/2015). Missing my Grey-Angels HEISMAN (RX Heisman) (3/29/2005-2/1/2016) and ALEX (Bevenly) (4/15/2005-6/7/2018). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest june Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Does he wear a harness? Is the harness maybe rubbing causing the spots/bruising? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mr_Owski Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 The internet is a wonderful thing. Thanks for the quick responses. No, he only has a martingale collar, so none of the bruising is caused by repetitive harness rub or pressure. We'll definitely get him to the vet if the issue persists. I want to do a bit more observation with my dog to try and get a better understanding of the frequency of these spots and if there's some common activity or thing in our daily routine that may be the cause of it as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest grey_dreams Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 (edited) The internet is a wonderful thing. Thanks for the quick responses. No, he only has a martingale collar, so none of the bruising is caused by repetitive harness rub or pressure. We'll definitely get him to the vet if the issue persists. I want to do a bit more observation with my dog to try and get a better understanding of the frequency of these spots and if there's some common activity or thing in our daily routine that may be the cause of it as well. Please be aware that if it is immune-mediated thrombocytopenia, the condition can get extremely serious extremely rapidly. Everything will seem to be sort of ok, just a couple of spots, and bam. There are some treatment options if it is caught early enough. Please get your boy in for tests sooner rather than later, just to avoid a possible worst-case scenario. Edited December 18, 2013 by grey_dreams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GryffinSong Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 Gryffin used to get these. We never got an explanation and they never bothered him. I think he got them mainly in warm weather, but I don't really remember. He got more than one spot at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted December 18, 2013 Share Posted December 18, 2013 George gets those from time to time. They seem to disappear as quickly as they show up. I just figure they're bruises since I am frequently covered with mysterious bruises myself. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrindleBabes Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 I e-mailed a photo of one of these to my vet (who has had several greys of her own). She said: "Could be a hematoma - greys get these, they normally rupture and go away in a few days, then pop up at other places." She was right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynne893 Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 yes, bruises as others have suggested. could be serious, could be totally benign. we found that they can get these small bruises, or sometimes quite large bruises!, from someone picking them up/carrying/lifting them, like at the vet or from bathing at the groomer. it happens. but wise that you asked your vet and you're keeping an eye on it. not to scare you, but i should add that our beloved Timber got a HUGE bruise across her entire chest after a stay at the vet for something (can't remember if it was boarding or if she had a minor procedure), but that was the prelude to her passing 7 mo later from alimentary lymphoma, which is also a blood disorder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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