Pet's Blood Donors Platform
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Here, we share our lives.
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Dogs can become donors if they are aged between 2 and 7 years and weigh more than 25 kg.
Cats can become donors if they are aged between 2 and 6 years and weigh more than 4.5 kg.
Each animal undergoes a thorough health examination before donating blood. If any health issues are detected, they won't be accepted as donors.
A blood transfusion might be necessary for an animal that has been poisoned, infected, or involved in an accident. The time to find a donor is limited, and can be a matter of life and death.
Pet Blood Bank has established an animal donation platform to simplify the process of saving lives. On this platform, courageous cats and dogs, alongside their brave owners, can register as donors, while those in need of blood can submit the requests. This platform connects donors with those in need, becoming a powerful tool for saving lives.
To become a superhero, simply fill in the form.
Cats can become donors if they are aged between 2 and 6 years and weigh more than 4.5 kg.
Each animal undergoes a thorough health examination before donating blood. If any health issues are detected, they won't be accepted as donors.
A blood transfusion might be necessary for an animal that has been poisoned, infected, or involved in an accident. The time to find a donor is limited, and can be a matter of life and death.
Pet Blood Bank has established an animal donation platform to simplify the process of saving lives. On this platform, courageous cats and dogs, alongside their brave owners, can register as donors, while those in need of blood can submit the requests. This platform connects donors with those in need, becoming a powerful tool for saving lives.
To become a superhero, simply fill in the form.
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How does the Donation Platform work?
Next, we will outline the 5 steps that await you on your journey toward donation:
Fill in the form
Tell us a bit about yourself and your pet. Are you in search of a donor, or do you wish to become one?
Wait for a notification
Your form will be promptly processed, and you will receive a notification through a convenient messenger as soon as blood is needed or a suitable donor is found for your animal. We are committed to finding a donor that perfectly matches all of your requirements, including geographical location.
Confirm your willingness to help
If your animal is ready to lend a paw, confirm your willingness and get the contact of a friend in need. It's important to note that such donations are voluntary, and all arrangements are made directly between the involved parties. Communication and coordination are also the responsibility of the parties involved.
Visit the clinic
The stars aligned – You have an address and a scheduled time. To donate blood, please visit the clinic's veterinarian, where you will organize a meeting with the other party. At the clinic your pet will be thoroughly examined, and blood will be collected under the supervision of professional staff.
Let us know how you're doing!
Thanks to your superhero! Please share how your pet feels after the procedure and how you're doing. It's crucial for us to understand your whole experience, as this feedback helps us make each procedure more pleasant.
The procedure will not harm your pet if it is healthy and meets the age and weight criteria. Our doctors will conduct a thorough examination and determine animal’s blood type before proceeding with the blood donation.
Why is donation important for animals?
A blood donation platform can offer happy future to countless animals, including pets and strays, providing them with a chance for recovery and a healthy future. Join us in making the world a kinder place. Crucial to note, donation is completely free of charge. All communication and coordination take place directly between the involved parties, and the responsibility for this communication lies with those interacting.
Blood type
Blood group is the individual antigenic composition of red blood cells. They are species-specific, consisting of carbohydrates or proteins attached to the surface of red blood cells. Antigens are required to distinguish your own cells from foreign ones. Determining the blood type of donors and recipients can significantly reduce the waiting time for a blood transfusion procedure.
To determine the blood type of cats and dogs, we use special rapid tests. These tests are user-friendly, requiring only 0.5 ml of blood and taking just 15 minutes to complete.
Blood types of cats
Cats have three blood types: A, B, and AB. According to available statistics, approximately 75-95% of all cats have type A, around 25-5% - type B, and less than 1% have type AB. Cats possess innate antibodies, which is why transfusions from other animals, even once, are strongly discouraged and can potentially result in dangerous complications, including the risk of death.
So, why is it essential to check compatibility in each situation?
In addition to the well-known erythrocyte antigens (A, B, AB), cats have a distinct antigen known as the MIK antigen (similar to Rh factor in humans). Currently, laboratory diagnosis cannot confirm whether the blood is MIK-positive or MIK-negative. This is where compatibility testing becomes crucial and should always be performed.
So, why is it essential to check compatibility in each situation?
In addition to the well-known erythrocyte antigens (A, B, AB), cats have a distinct antigen known as the MIK antigen (similar to Rh factor in humans). Currently, laboratory diagnosis cannot confirm whether the blood is MIK-positive or MIK-negative. This is where compatibility testing becomes crucial and should always be performed.
If your pet has previously received a blood transfusion, it is crucial to inform your vet. In such cases, a mandatory step is to conduct a blood group and compatibility test, even if you plan to use blood from the same donor as before.
Blood types of dogs
For today, 12 variants of blood types have been discovered and documented in dogs (DEA 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, Kai-1, Kai-2, and Dal). Unlike cats, dogs do not possess innate antibodies. This means that in emergency cases, they can receive a one-time transfusion of compatible blood without the need for prior blood type determination.
Both cats and dogs can become donors, with mandatory conditions being vaccination and the absence of chronic diseases. For dogs, the physiological requirements include weight of at least 25 kg and an age range of 2-7 years. In the case of cats, these requirements are weight of at least 4.5 kg and an age range of 2-6 years. While these parameters serve as the base, veterinarians may also consider other specific factors when collecting medical history.
Blood transfusion in animals is used only in critical cases when alternative treatment is useless. This is because transfusions carry inherent risks for the recipient animals. On rare occasions, veterinarians may perform cross-species transfusions, such as using dog blood for a cat, but only in dire situations due to the additional risks. Notably, blood is not transfused from cats to dogs because obtaining a sufficient amount of donor blood is impossible.
The frequency of donations depends on several factors, including laboratory parameters and the animal's attitude towards the procedure. Various scientific publications recommend donation intervals of 2-4 or 3-6 months. However, it's important to note that the specific schedule may vary based on the individual animal's needs.
The donor needs to undergo clinical and laboratory examination before blood can be collected. The decision regarding the safety of the procedure both for the donating animal and the recipient can be made only based on these evaluations.
The primary criteria include ensuring that the animal abstains from food on the day of the blood transfusion and calming down (last requirement concerns pet owners as some individuals may become worried and this negatively affects the animal's experience).
The actual transfusion should be completed within 5 hours, although, under specific circumstances, it may extend beyond this duration. About 30 minutes are typically needed to prepare the staff for the procedure. Additionally, there are situations when the vet has to closely monitor the patient for 2 hours after transfusion. In cases of severe medical condition, stationary treatment is necessary, and patients are continuously supervised. It is also crucial for a vet to reevaluate the patient within 3-4 weeks following the donation. During this period, medications may be prescribed to prevent undesired reactions of the body to foreign proteins.
The situation can be highly individualized. In cases involving anxious or stressed animals, veterinarians may use sedative vet. medications during blood transfusion procedure.
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When collecting whole blood, one donor saves one animal, but when the blood is divided into components, one donor can save two animals.
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