This article is from the Keeshonden Breed FAQ, by keashoo@ix.netcom.com (Kimberly J. Eashoo).
A hereditary disorder appearing in some Keeshonden is Von Willebrand's
disease (essentially hemophilia), a platelet disorder resulting in
mild to moderately severe bleeding and a prolonged bleeding time.
Careful pedigree analysis and blood testing have reduced the incidence
of this disease by reputable breeders.
 
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