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I notice my dog has a bruise-like spot on his inner leg. its a perfect circle, not swollen, or a bump. he doesnt seem to be in pain, ive noticed spots like this before too. What are they? should i be worried?

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Sometimes, when dogs have a low platelet count, there will be bruising like that. Platelets cause the blood vessels to stop leaking blood. Anything that causes the blood not to clot, like rat poison, can cause the same thing.

Check the dog all over and see if there are other places that may be bruised. Also, lift the lips and see if there are any little red places in the gums.

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Expert: Dr. Louis Gotthelf
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Answered: 9/22/2009

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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Owner of a small animal clinic and an ear/skin clinic 31 years

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