Cat blood donation

Could your cat be a lifesaver?

Right now, cats across the UK are in urgent need of blood transfusions and there is no national supply of lifesaving blood products. That is something we are determined to change.

We are launching the UK’s first national cat blood donation service, and we’re looking for cats just like yours to help make it possible.

By registering your cat with us, you won’t just be helping to save lives, you’ll be joining a pioneering community of cat owners who are part of this much-needed service from the very beginning.

Your cat’s welfare always comes first

We know that the idea of bringing your cat to a donation session might feel daunting. We understand that, which is why we want you to be reassured that the welfare and experience of your cat as a donor are the most important things to us.

Cats donate consciously with us and everything happens entirely on their terms, at their pace, in a calm and quiet space. We follow a dedicated stress reduction approach throughout every appointment, and if at any point your cat seems unhappy or uncomfortable, we will pause or stop.

Want to know more about exactly what happens at a donation session? Read our full step by step guide on what to expect.

Could your cat be a donor?

Fit and healthy, and not currently on any medication
Between 1 and 8 years old
Weigh 4.5kg (9.9 pounds / 0.7 stone) or more
Happy to be handled and comfortable around people
Up to date with flea and worm treatments
Never travelled outside of the UK or Ireland

What are the benefits of donation for your cat?

To thank you and your cat for being a part of our lifesaving community, every donor cat receives the following, completely free of charge:

A full vet health check before every donation
An annual heart scan and annual blood screening
Blood typing at first appointment
Treats and food throughout their appointment
A goody bag to take home after donation
A lifesaver tag for their cat carrier
Milestone gifts at every 5^th donation
Pride of place in our donor community, knowing that their contribution is genuinely helping to save lives

Register your cat today

If your own cat needed blood, would you take it? If so, please consider registering your cat as a donor today. By doing so, you are playing a vital role in ensuring blood is always available for any cat that needs it.

Registration takes just a few minutes as we gather some information about your cat and check their suitability to become a donor. Once you’ve registered, our team will be in touch to talk through everything in more detail and answer any questions you have.

There is no commitment at this stage, this is simply the start of a conversation about whether donation could be right for you and your cat.