Dog owners in Manchester are being urged to donate their pet’s blood to help save the lives of others.
Pet Blood Bank UK works to save the lives of dogs in need – and has put out a desperate appeal for more blood donations.
Although they will accept any donations, they urgently need owners of large breeds, such as German Shepherds and Lurchers, to come forward with their pets.
This is because they are more likely to have a rare, negative blood type which is in “very high demand.” Only 30 per cent of dogs have this sought-after blood type.
A spokesperson said: “We have lots of session coming up this month where we really need more donors to come forward.”
The dogs most in need include:
· German Shepherds
· Dobermanns
· Flat and Curly Coated Retrievers
· Greyhounds
· Lurchers
· Boxers
· Old English Sheepdogs
· Weimaraners
All dogs must meet a certain criteria to donate their blood. They must be between one and eight-years-old, happy, healthy and weigh more than 25kg.
They’ll also need to be confident meeting new people and happy to be away from their owner as they'll need to go into the appointment alone due to Covid rules.
Where and when are the sessions?
The donation itself only takes 5 to 10 minutes, but owners should expect their dogs to be with the team for around 35 to 40 minutes.
Dogs receive a full health check from the Pet Blood Bank UK vet before donating and get showered with treats, fuss, and attention throughout their appointment.
They even get a goody bag and toy to take homE, as well as the pride of being a lifesaver.
The sessions will take place on the following dates:
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Valentine Vets, Manchester - July 31
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Vets4Pets, Leigh - August 7
If you are interested in registering your dog to become a lifesaver or would like to book an appointment for the donation session, visit www.petbloodbankuk.org or call 01509 232222.
