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Northwest Veterinary Bloodbank

Blood banks save lives--and not just for humans. Bellingham Veterinary is the proud home of The Northwest Veterinary Blood Bank. Our blood bank provides lifesaving blood products to local dogs and cats, as well as pets throughout the country. Our volunteer blood donors have provided over 600 transfusions in the last year. Donors are regularly tested for infectious diseases, and receive exams at each donation. Please contact us to set up a blood donor screening!

Donor Requirements

Dogs

  • Weight: 50 lbs or above
  • Age: 8 months­ to 8 years
  • Good temperament
  • No previous blood transfusions
  • Test negative for blood-borne diseases
  • No previous pregnancies

Cats

  • Weight: 9 lbs or above
  • Age: 8 months to­ 8 years
  • Good temperament
  • No previous blood transfusions
  • Test negative for blood-borne diseases
  • Normal cardiac ultrasound
  • No previous pregnancies

Donor Benefits

  • Examination, ear cleaning, teeth scaling, and nail trim at each donation
  • Vaccinations
  • Flea and tick prevention
  • Annual routine blood work, including blood analysis, chemistry profile, and flea and tick borne disease screening
  • 10% discount on other services

Are you interested in your pet being a blood donor? Please reach out!

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