Pet Blood Bank needs more dogs to donate ahead of the festive season

A blood bank for pets needs more dogs to donate ahead of the festive season.

Pet Blood Bank UK is just like the human blood service, but for dogs. They collect blood donations from donor dogs across the UK which help to save the lives of other dogs in need.

Every donation a dog gives can help to save the lives of up to four poorly pups. The lifesaving blood can be accessed by all dogs across the UK should they ever need it.

Stock levels of blood for dogs can get low over the holiday season. There are a dip in donations during the month of December as many people go away for the holidays and are busier than normal.

Therefore people are being asked if their dogs can make a donation this Christmas. Pet Blood Bank’s next donation session is at Westways Vets in Houghton-Le-Spring on Sunday (December 3).

Dogs, who are between the ages of 1 and 8, weigh over 25kg, are fit, healthy, confident, and enjoy meeting new people are being asked to register for blood stocks.

The donation itself only takes 5-10 minutes, but owners should expect their dogs to be with the team for around 35-40 minutes.

Dogs receive a full health check from the Pet Blood Bank vet before donating and get showered with treats, fuss, and attention throughout their appointment. They get a goody bag and toy to take home.

If you are interested in registering your dog, or would like to book an appointment for the donation session at Westways Vets in Houghton-Le-Spring on Sunday, please visit www.petbloodbankuk.org or call 01509 232222.