Dogs helping Dogs

Judy, a blood donor dog

As part of the animal health program at NAIT, students are required to do shifts at various locations like the pound, the emergency clinic etc. We all have to do 4 shifts helping with blood bank. Most people don't realize that there is such a thing as dog blood donors, I know I didn't before I participated. Just like people, canine blood donors are giving the life saving gift of blood to other dogs. Last night was my last shift and there was a lot of great donors there. The owners of the dogs are pretty special people too, there are moms with kids, other AHTs, a paramedic student and an animal foster mom who has had over 80 foster animals through her home. Just wanted to tell you all about something you might not have known about. If you are interested in having your dog donate blood there is more info and the criteria your dog needs to meet here.

Toby donating blood at NAIT