Rather a late reply, but this could be Anaplasma (a genus of tick-borne bacteria) - this is also transmissible to humans. The depletion of platelets is one result and the count can go very low - as many will know, this can lead to internal bleeding and possible death. Obviously it can also be a problem in external bleeding but that can be more easily dealt with.

From observing this in my own dog (happened in 2021), it is something to be aware of long-term and the frequent removal of ticks (plus, if possible, preventing the dog from mixing for long periods with other dogs of the roaming kind) is essential. I think the low platelet count might become chronic in some dogs (although not necessarily at dangerously low levels) and, as a precaution, I discourage anyone from feeding bones which may splinter and cause internal bleeding within the digestive system.

I wrote this as a general note for dog owners, not a possible suggestion for Mr J 7 years late!

 

Thank you for the info. Glad to hear you got good results for your dog. A clinic in Sibulan is a big plus for us in avoiding the nightmare traffic of Dumaguete. It also looks like they have actual parking space! What a concept!