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- Anemia (Methemoglobinemia) in Dogs
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- A bluish tinge to the skin. This indicates a lack of oxygen to the tissues.
- Low blood pressure
- Lethargy
- Seizures
- Hypothermia
- Hyperthermia
- Excessive panting
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Pale mucous membranes
- Type 1: This occurs when an enzyme called B5 reductase doesn't exist in the blood. This is very rare as this is a recessive disorder and must be passed down by both parents
- Type 2: This occurs when that same enzyme doesn't work within the body. This can be passed on by a single parent.
- B5 reductase is the enzyme which regulates the amount of oxygen your cells can carry.
- This is what you are most likely to see in your dog. This is caused by the overdose of any analgesic.
- Aspirin
- Ibuprofen
- Acetaminophen
- Naxproxen
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