AboutJennifer Walker Expertise I can answer questions on breeding and genetics, including coat colors and white markings; breed-specific issues; general health and genetic disease; nutrition and raw diet; behavior and training; conformation showing; and basic obedience and agility competition.
Experience I have owned Boxers for over a decade; I bred my first litter (which produced my first AKC Champion) nine years ago; I am an officer of my local Boxer Club and a Committee Member and Committee Chair of the American Boxer Club; I answer all e-mail inquiries from the American Boxer Club website; I moderate several Boxer-related message forums and mailing lists, and administrate one of each, as well as actively participating on many others.
Organizations Michigan Boxer Club
American Boxer Club
American Boxer Charitable Foundation
Midwest Boxer Health Alliance
Publications The Boxer Ring
Boxer Champions - 1988-2004
Education/Credentials I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Michigan State University; since graduation I have taken online seminars on nutrition, breeding, and health.
Expert: Jennifer Walker Date: 7/6/2008 Subject: female white boxer
Question what are the main causes of low red cell counts and are there any alternative treatments.
Answer Geoff,
There are so many possible causes of low red cell counts, and treatment will vary depending on the cause. It could be something as simple as an iron deficiency in the diet or worms (hooks and whips especially), or something as complex as cancer. This really requires a veterinary evaluation, and if you've had one and aren't getting answers, I'd go for a second opinion, perhaps to a University animal hospital if there is one in the area.
I'm sorry I can't be of more help, but there are just too many variables here!
