PROGRAM GOAL


To safely provide a local canine blood donor program to help those pets in need of a blood transfusion through our veterinary practice.

CANINE REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY:

  • Age: 1 - 6 years

  • Healthy weight: > 50 pounds

  • Must be spayed or neutered

  • Females, no previous litters

  • Current on all vaccines: Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella

  • Current heartworm test - negative result

  • Current heartworm prevention and flea/tick prevention

  • No medication (except for preventatives) at the time of blood donation

  • No history of receiving a blood transfusion
     

PROCEDURE


Donors will receive a physical exam and bloodwork (Complete Blood Count) prior to donating. Donors will be weighed, and a safe blood donation amount will be calculated by veterinary staff.


Donors will receive light sedation and be prepped for blood donation.

"Thank You" Package INCENTIVE


A free Complete blood count panel $50 credit on clinic account each time pet donates.

More Information

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