The other day, I saw a post on Facebook (yes I still have it for reasons xD) that a doggo needs a blood donor urgently because she has a tick fever and is very anemic. I wanted Ethan to donate blood since I learned that they can but he was too young back then but now he's already 1 year old, I immediately messaged the veterinary hospital if he's qualified since he just turned one.
In order for a doggo to be a blood donor, they need to be 1 year old and above, at least 20 kilos, healthy, and with complete vaccinations. He has them all (he's 29 kilos) so we went to the clinic as soon as we can.
We arrived there at about 10 am and they were already expecting us since I already messaged them beforehand. This hospital is new (like 2 months I think) and it was not surprising that there were a lot of patients coming in so we had to wait before they can accommodate us. There were also emergencies so it was really okay for us to wait since ours is not urgent anyway. Ethan patiently waited for about 2 hours.
They took a CBC test to make sure he's healthy and that he's okay to donate.
Once everything was okay and healthy, they started to inject the sedative. Then they took him upstairs where the surgery room was located.
After what seemed like 20 minutes, they were already done and they took him downstairs. I didn't know it would be this fast lol although I assume they waited a few minutes to let him rest too before letting him stand.
I wasn't there to look but I was told he was behaved and handled it like a champ. He probably didn't know what happened or why he was even there lol but he's always been well-behaved with procedures or anything that I do (brushing him, cleaning his ears, etc) so I guess he got used to that. He would complain a bit by making a sound like a groan but would sit or lie down still anyway lol.
I also had them check the location of his testes through ultrasound since he needs it for neutering. His are definitely in his abdomen and didn't come down. :/
After that I let them check his ears because I think the amount of wax weren't normal "anymore". Apparently he has Otitis Externa and when they asked when it started, I already noticed the black or dark red earwax since he was 4 months old but I didn't know about what is normal or not. :/ So yeah he had it all along and which is why he has been scratching it and sometimes have smells.
They gave him prescription and he's now taking medicine for itch relief and ear drops for the infection.
I wish I could let him know that what we did there was to save another dog's life. Or he would understand the word ''hero''. But I guess he can somehow feel the positive energy from us and I guess that's enough lol.
Everyone was thankful there and called him a hero and a savior. The owner of the dog that needed help also was also coming over to thank me personally but we already went home by the time she arrived there so she called me on the phone instead.
When we went home he just slept the whole day and right now he's back to normal. I will make sure to give him healthy foods to supplement whatever nutrients he lost and maybe next time donate again after a few months to help someone in need. :D
I couldn't donate blood myself but at least he can.
I'm so proud of him!
That is so awesome. I have never heard of a dog donating blood before.
That's what my dad said too. Even cats do lol
When a good boy is extra good and awesome! What's the time frame between donations that dogs are allowed to make?
Every 4-5 months I think!
So not too much different from humans! Great job on being an awesome human with a goodest good pupper!
This is the first time I'm hearing of dog donor, it's super amazing that dogs can help each other. He might not know what he did but he's truly a hero.
Thank you!
You're welcome
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He's a wonderful dog, be sure to let him know that ❤️
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Way to go! You're a champ, donating your blood to unknown canines in your pack, Ethan!💉🐶 🐾
True true!!! Wish they could understand this lol
Such a good boi and that was amazing
Thank you!
The first time I heard something like this. Actually I have never seen or heard of anything like this.
Yeah you are not alone haha
Amigo que buen post desconocia de ese tipo de hospital o mejor dicho servicio de donacion de sangre para mascotas. Saludos desde Venezuela.
Gracias!
Did you give him extra treato for his bravery? He is such a good boii... Best wishes for him...
Yes haha! I'm giving him his favorite fruits like apple, carrot, cauliflower :D
Woahhhh💖💖💖 such a good boy💗💗💗 I'm so proud of you Ethan!!💙
Thank you!!
I never knew animals could donate blood, what a wonderful development
So true!
Wow! This is great.
I never knew animals could donate blood too. I'm impressed. That's a really cool act of love. He really is a hero!
Thank you! Yeah it's not that popular I think haha but it makes sense, they have blood too lol
Yeah, I guess so.
Such a brave doggo!! He is definitely a hero because he is going to save a life😍
Your doggo is so precious (/≧▽≦)/ 🌸
He is such a good boi & little angel on earth. Bless him & also you for being so kind-hearted & generous, not many people are willing to go through those processes with their pets, so this gesture is so beautiful I'm in tears now ;; v ;; ♥ Even I feel thankful to you for allowing him to save a fellow pupper in this world, making it more full of joy & positive energy.
All my gratitude towards you!
I hope good & marvelous things come your way (p≧w≦q) 🌸 ! ! !
Thank you! He doesn't need that many blood and will be able to replenish it fast anyway hahah. True, not many does that especially in my country where most people treat their dogs as guard dogs only. Sending hugs to you!
He's such a strong boy. Love him
Thank you! <3
Awesome! Look how happy and proud he is! Goodest boi indeed!
Hahah yeah you can see it in his face lol. Thank you!
I didn't know dogs donate blood.
Good Boy!
Haha me neither! But if we don't know it then it probably means less dogs need blood transfusion meaning less dogs and cats are sick. lol
What a good boy!
He is, thank you! :D
Such a beautiful and good boi!!!
Thank you!
Well, it's interesting to see how a doggie gets better medical care than most human units. However, we send healing rays from our ship to everyone, and may human health care on our planet be of the highest level (and for our beloved dogs and kittens as well!)
So true! It's also pricey but it's not as expensive as human medical care. Did you know dogs get health insurance too? I mean we get insurance for our gadgets so it makes sense for them to have one as well haha.
Just wow! I never donated blood before and I think there are quite a few other hivers who understand me. So Ethan is definitely a great lesson for each of us! Good boi!