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From the lens The importance of dog blood donation!.

  • veryirie Feb 12, 2012 @ 3:11 am | delete
    I had no idea there was such a thing as dog donors for blood. Then again, I don't know where I thought the blood would come from. I learned so much from this page and seeing there are dog donors like this....well, that's all the more reason why I love dogs (and cats and all animals) so much!
  • Iain84 Nov 25, 2011 @ 5:40 pm | delete
    Great lens - mans best friend indeed!
  • smithlights Jun 20, 2011 @ 1:12 am | delete
    I had no idea! I guess it makes sense... my dog got a transfusion one time. Great idea using rescues and stuff! Awesome lens!
  • Elizabeth Dec 30, 2009 @ 11:55 am | delete
    I have two dogs that I signed up with my local Vet to be blood donors. In our small town, it is too costly for the Vet to keep blood on site so he has always counted on the staff and their dogs to donate in an emergency. I worked for 11 years in the medical field and felt my dogs could also play a part in saving lives. My first phone call was last night. A dog was bleeding post surgery and needed an immediate transfusion. I rushed one of my dogs over and was able to help another family with a dog in need. I never thought I could love my dogs more than I did....but having heros in the family makes me proud!
  • JohannTheDog Dec 31, 2009 @ 1:30 pm | delete
    What a great story...thank you for sharing it! We are proud of you too :)
  • NatureMaven Sep 26, 2009 @ 7:14 am | delete
    Very cool, I did not know about any of this *****
  • JohannTheDog Apr 22, 2009 @ 7:02 pm | in reply to Cheli luvs puppy | delete
    I am so sad that happend to you and your pup. I wish more veterinarians would share info on organizations that help with emergency services for those that don't have the means. Hugs to you, my friend!
  • Cheli luvs puppy Apr 22, 2009 @ 5:50 pm | delete
    My Dog was in need of a transfusion but the deposit for it was incredibly high, my dog was attack by a rattle snake on 04/18/09. She was bit in the face she had a slim change. The Vet said we can not being the transfusion until a $3500 deposit was left. I did all I could but she died of respiratory failure. I was left wondering why was it so costly for something that is free? Its a simple supply vs. demand answer. If we could just fill the amount needed maybe dogs with dog owners with not so High income can have a chance to continue to love their pets.
  • RM Mar 16, 2010 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    Just a word on cost. I came across this while wondering where the blood comes from as one of my dogs is in the hospital now for anemia and got a transfusion yesterday. The estimate was 1500-2500 to begin with. This really though is for many things as I found out. The transfusion itself was around 600. Medications, ICU stay, etc made up the bulk.

    We're still not out of the woods. The last word I heard was encouraging after a lot of bleak outlook, so praying he pulls through.
  • Michelle Apr 10, 2009 @ 10:55 am | delete
    My dog recieved a blood donation and I am so thankful that there is a blood donation center. My dog would have died without it. So thank you to all who take the time to bring there dogs in to donate!!!!!
  • DogTreats Mar 12, 2009 @ 4:05 am | delete
    it never occurred to me that dog blood donors were needed, even though I am a blood donor myself. You opened my eyes!
  • SarfarazKhan Oct 24, 2008 @ 7:04 am | delete
    Hi,

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  • mulberry Mar 7, 2008 @ 5:44 am | delete
    Interesting, I had never considered this. Great lens!
  • JohannTheDog Sep 4, 2007 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    Thanks for the info 'Ask About Donor Policies'. It is always good practice to be informed about anything you participate in with your pup. We appreciate the advice!
  • Roxanne Sep 4, 2007 @ 1:28 pm | delete
    What a great article! As the Operations Manager of a local community-based, non-profit animal blood bank, I find that my largest hurdle is getting the public to understand the shortage of the animal blood supply. One donation can save up to four pet's lives! Isn't that a great gift?
  • Ask About Donor Policies Sep 4, 2007 @ 1:24 pm | delete
    Not all of the "resident" blood banks have a fixed period of service for their donors, and adoption there is the exception - not the rule!

    Be sure to inquire about the donor policies as the blood banks you do business with!
  • Barkely Aug 13, 2007 @ 10:27 am | delete
    What a great subject for a lens.

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