Red Cross Honors Blood Donating Dog

Oldmaidcatwoman
3 years ago

I had no idea that they had animal blood donors--it should have occurred to me, but it didn't. How interesting.

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Kovey
4 years ago

This dog does so much good without knowing it. There are more dogs that do this great deed, but it is just wonderful that the Red Cross is honoring him.

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Michelle K.
4 years ago

wow this is a great story! It's great to know that animals can donate blood to help his canine friends.

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DaffyDeb
4 years ago

What a heart-warming story. That is very interesting how they do that. Thank you Lurch for helping your 4-legged pals out!

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lisa k.
4 years ago

Aw what a great inspirational story.

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Rhonda T.
4 years ago

This was a great story. I have wondered if it mattered if you gave a dog different breeds blood. If it can be done with out hurting the dog, then it is a great benefit to many other dogs.

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maria h.
4 years ago

Our vets own German Shepherd donated blood to our wired hair fox terrier when she had leukemia.That was way back in 1964!I thought it was amazing then and it's still amazing now!

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Heather E.
4 years ago

Kudos to Lurch and to the Red Cross for honoring him and bringing attention to pet blood donations.

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Debbie
4 years ago

What a wonderful story. I hope this dog get lots of treats as rewards.

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Sherri R.
4 years ago

Wonderful story. We have a coonhound at our shelter who has also been a blood donor.

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Ralph M.
4 years ago

Good story.Lurch has helped a lot of dogs.

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Michaelyn
4 years ago

Good going!

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Kate H.
4 years ago

I know that greyhounds are used as donors alot because of their gentle nature. You go Lurch...

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BuilderBob
4 years ago

What a wonderful way to save lives. Everyone should give blood as well.

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Keri W.
4 years ago

Way to go Lurch.

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Diane
4 years ago

What a touching story.

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5ineveryroom
4 years ago

It sure is nice to read a happy story.

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Amy R.
5 years ago

that's great to honor this dog that is doing so much for other dogs

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Alexis93
5 years ago

great story

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Michelle H.
5 years ago

It is wonderful that he is able to save many other animals lives.

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Loosey
5 years ago

Amazing!!!! He and his owners are awesome!!!!!!!!!

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Jamie
5 years ago

Great story zootoo, thanks for the heads up and for teaching us something all of might not been aware of. Good going Lurch, not only are you "man's best friend" but you are also dogs best friend.

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Tammy K.
5 years ago

What a great story. Please keep educating us. I had no idea that dogs donated blood. Good for him.

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Sharon S.
5 years ago

I didn't realize animals donating blood to other animals was a possibility. It is great to know this.

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Satana H.
5 years ago

I'm really glad this has become news. There are a lot of people that don't know about animal blood donations, me being one of them. Good for him for donating!

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Steph P.
5 years ago

great story

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Lori M.
5 years ago

neat story

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NancyVannoy
5 years ago

Hurray for Lurch!!! Thanks for all you have done to help your fellow dogs!

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Heather
5 years ago

what a sweety!

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FREDINA S.
5 years ago

This is such a great story!! I did not know that dogs could give blood, but it does make sense. Keep up the great work Lurch!!! :)

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debbie w.
5 years ago

i never knew they did this what a fantastic story!!!!

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D. Rene
5 years ago

Neat story!

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Kd1969
5 years ago

That is wonderful! If my cat had the opportunity for a blood transfusion, he most likely would have lived.

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EK4567
5 years ago

That's sweet.

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Chrissy
5 years ago

Aww how sweet

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Marilyn D.
5 years ago

I never thought about this before reading this article that blood donations were needed for animals also. Glad this lovable dog was honored.

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Jdarunner
5 years ago

wow

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Jdarunner
5 years ago

good for the dog who gave other dogs blood!

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Sharon L.
5 years ago

This is something our vets should mention. Since you have to have regular visits anyway, some dogs might make good donors and not mind.

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Linda
5 years ago

Our local emergency clinic contacts the local Spca for blood donations. Well adjusted, healthy pets awaiting adoption are carefully chosen. A great way to earn their room and board. Plus if their cage is tagged with "I am a blood donor" it helps them get adopted faster. Everyone loves to adopt a hero!

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Catherine T.
5 years ago

Man is this guy cute! How cool that he is helping other dogs. I am from Illinois and am thrilled that Lurch is too!

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Tom Y.
5 years ago

Mastiffs are the best. Congrats to Lurch and his owner, soak it in :)

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Melissa H.
5 years ago

I am glad that some dogs can donate blood. If they didn't we would be able to save dogs lives. I know if my dogs needed blood and there were no dogs donating blood to them. I'd be really upset.

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Lanedallas
5 years ago

Fantastic.

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Brian H.
5 years ago

Well now I am inspired/shamed into donating myself.

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KIX51
5 years ago

I think pet-pet blood donations are fantastic. Lurch and the hundreds of other dedicated donors certainly deserve top honors.

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Carol M.
5 years ago

Terrific story. I'd never even thought about dogs needing blood transfusions, but, of course, they do.

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Mochacap
5 years ago

Great coverage of a little known public need. How often do pet owners recieve requests from the vets for blood donations during their visits? It's common practice for friends and family of patients in hospitals to get requests to donate blood. Why not be a bit more public about the need for donation? I'm sure there would be an overwhelming response, considering the caring nature of most pet owners...

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Chrissy
5 years ago

What a sweet story.

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Tracee G.
5 years ago

amazing dog

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