Boise Vet Seeking Dogs To Be Blood Donors

A Boise veterinarian seeking a more reliable blood supply for dogs needing transfusions has started a donor program.

The Idaho Press Tribune reports veterinarian Chad Hunt started the Canine Blood Heroes, Boise program at Bench Animal Hospital in January.

Under the program, owners can bring in their dogs to donate nearly a pint of blood as often as once every eight weeks. Donors are compensated with $50 worth of veterinary care.

Hunt said that donor dogs must weigh at least 50 pounds and undergo a physical exam to make sure they are healthy enough to donate.

So far, Hunt has eight dogs that donate blood on a regular basis. And he said they have already helped save the lives of other dogs.

Hunt said that an Idaho Falls veterinarian founded the program.

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