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Pet blood donations: How to help save someone’s best friend

Updated: December 16, 2025

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The ABC Radio segment “Pet blood donations: How to help save someone’s best friend” on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s Nightlife features Dr Sam Kovac of Southern Cross Vet discussing the urgent need for dog and cat blood donors in Australian veterinary care, and how his mobile blood-bank service is helping shared blood stocks across clinics. 

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First published: December 16, 2025

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Dr Sam followed his dream of becoming a veterinary surgeon which began at age three. Since then, he has developed a strong interest in oncology, internal medicine and animal behaviour. Dr Sam continues his passion for providing the most up-to-date care to his patients and their two-legged family.