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Today it's for real

Posted : 3/13/2008 6:38:13 AM

I posted last month about Co-Co and Mystic giving blood. Well since that was their first time, it was more of an evaluation, they took a sample and took the dogs through what the procedure would be, but didn't take blood. I didn't realize that was how it would be, but I think it was a good idea. So today is their appointment to actually donate, and I'm a little nervous...

Has anyone else done this? Does it hurt? I don't think Mystic will care, nothing seems to phase her as long as she gets lovings (which they give TONS of) but Co-Co is a bit of a chicken. The vet said that she would probably be ok and would get used to it, but I worry.

So wish us luck (I know it'll be ok, but yet....)

Thanks

janetmichel3009

Posted : 3/13/2008 7:00:40 AM

good luck for your nerves and your brave dogs!! give some kisses from us!!

gradyupmybutt

Posted : 3/13/2008 9:39:17 AM

My guys have never donated blood. Kudos to you, Mystic & Co-Co. Many good vibes for a successful procedure.

calliecritturs

Posted : 3/13/2008 11:24:40 AM

*I* give blood -- the needle they use to insert into the vein for HUMANS has an anti-coagulant that stings but no clue if they do that for dogs.

Doesn't hurt -- give TONS of fluids (extra water in food, chipped ice, anything you can). Take it EASY today.

TheDogHouseBCMPD

Posted : 3/13/2008 12:28:21 PM

Thanks all!

They go in at 3. I'll be home at 2:30 so I'll give them some ice cubes then (is that enough time?). Mystic will be psyched, she LOVES ice cubes. Last summer we took her to a flea market and she mooched almost an entire cooler from one lady. Actually she didn't even have to *do* anything, she just layed in the shade under the tail gate and everytime the woman looked at her she said, "oh you need a nother piece, can't get too hot" it was funny.