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This episode discusses the critical role of local donor animals in providing life-saving blood transfusions for pets in emergencies.

🚨 Did you know there’s NO national blood bank for pets? When a dog or cat needs a life-saving transfusion, it’s down to local donor animals—often the pets of clinic staff or friends—to save the day! 1️⃣ The most common reason pets need transfusions is rat bait poisoning, stopping blood from clotting and causing deadly internal bleeding. 2️⃣ Severe anemia from immune disease or parasites is another top cause requiring urgent intervention. 3️⃣ Trauma from accidents or fights can lead to catastr...

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