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When Every Minute Counts: How Your Pet Could Be a Hero

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🚨 Did you know there’s NO national blood bank for pets? When a dog or cat needs a life-saving transfusion, it’s down to local donor animals—often the pets of clinic staff or friends—to save the day!

1️⃣ The most common reason pets need transfusions is rat bait poisoning, stopping blood from clotting and causing deadly internal bleeding.

2️⃣ Severe anemia from immune disease or parasites is another top cause requiring urgent intervention.

3️⃣ Trauma from accidents or fights can lead to catastrophic blood loss, making rapid transfusions essential.

4️⃣ Most vet clinics rely on a “call list” of animal donors—meaning if you have a healthy, calm dog between 1-8 years old and over 25kg, your pet could literally save lives!

5️⃣ Unlike humans, dogs can safely receive a single unmatched transfusion, while cats need a perfect blood type match—making donations even more precious.

💡 The biggest takeaway? Every donor counts. In an emergency, having pet blood available can mean the difference between life and death. Talking to your local clinic about joining their donor list might be the most important thing you ever do for a pet in need.

💭 Would you consider having your dog or cat become a blood donor?

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