Dogs On Duty: Dog Who Saved 88 Other Dogs With His Blood Retires

Woodie, a Greyhound from Leicestershire who has used his rare blood to save over 88 dogs’ lives, has officially retired after six years.

According to BBC News,  Woodie’s “blood was particularly sought after as it was more likely to be negative – meaning it can be given to any dog in any emergency – and only 30% of dogs were thought to have this blood type.”

Dogs can only donate blood until they are eight years old, so Woodie is hanging up his cape. “I am just so proud of him. He takes it all in his stride,” his human, Wendy Gray said.

“You never know when your dog will need blood. To know he has helped out families in distressing situations, to know he has helped saved lives, it is amazing.”

Woodie gave over 22 donations during his time, and Gray says he loved every minute of it.  “He squeaks when he gets there, goes rushing up to the person who goes to meet him,” she said. “He loves it. He has absolutely no ill effects afterwards and is ready for a four to eight hour walk afterwards.”

Pet Blood Bank Calls Woodie A ‘Superstar’