We are currently looking for healthy dogs and cats to become MVA blood donors. Our blood bank functions just like a human one and without donors there is no blood for sick dogs and cats. Your pet’s blood could be used to save an animal from such situations as accidents/injuries, clotting disorders, anemia, surgery, poisons/parasites, or a variety of other situations.
Donor Requirements
- Dogs must weigh at least 50 pounds
- Cats must weigh at least 10 pounds
- Both must be in good body condition and free of infectious diseases
- Must be between 1-8 years in age
- Must pass an in-person evaluation
- No heart murmur
- Healthy with a happy, friendly disposition and willingness to be restrained
- Up to date on vaccines and receiving monthly flea, tick, and heartworm prevention
- Cats must be indoor only
- Must be available to donate blood every 12 weeks
Incentives
- Free annual exam
- Free annual bloodwork (CBC/Chemistry, Infectious Disease Screening)
- Free blood product in the future should your pet ever need this option
- Knowing your pet is a hero for saving another’s life!
