Why is my active dog peeing spots with low blood cells & platelets?

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My Labrador has tested low in white blood cells and platelet. Red blood cells is at low side of the normal range. He left spot of his pee while he was sleeping. Other than that He is active and playful in daily life.Any problem? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 60 lbs

Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC · Accepted Answer

You are describing pancytopenia which is a low red blood cell, white blood cell and platelet count. We see this disease process secondary to infectious diseases carried by ticks, toxins such as hormones or even secondary to some medications such as anti-inflammatories, primary diseases of the bone marrow and cancer. Unfortunately, it is a problem because if left untreated his platelet count will continue to drop resulting in bleeding and his low white blood cell count predisposes him to infection. He needs to be tested for tick borne disease and possibly have a bone marrow aspirate. In the meantime, your veterinarian may recommend treating him with doxycycline and prednisone.

Why is my active dog peeing spots with low blood cells & platelets?

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