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Cat Blood Transfusions: Who Should Get the Blood? 🐱🩸 I was chatting with Dr Dalton about something most pet owners never think about: Cat blood is limited. And that makes blood transfusions in cats very different from dogs. In Australia, getting cat blood can be incredibly difficult. There often isn’t a neat little blood bank sitting there ready to go. Sometimes, to save one cat, another healthy donor cat has to be found, tested, sedated, and bled. And yes… Usually that means finding a big, healthy, chunky cat who can safely donate. Not exactly a casual Tuesday. But in Hong Kong, it can be very different. Packed red blood cells for cats can be much more readily available, which sounds amazing — and it is. But it also creates a serious ethical question: Just because we can give blood… should we? Blood transfusions can save lives. They can be incredible for trauma, acute blood loss, severe anaemia, surgery cases, toxin cases, and emergencies where a cat has a real chance of recovery. But what about cats with: FeLV Advanced chronic kidney disease End-stage cancer Severe chronic disease Conditions where blood may only give a little more time That’s where it gets hard. Because blood is not unlimited. And every bag used for one patient may mean another patient cannot receive it later. So vets have to think about more than just: “Can we do it?” We also have to ask: “Is this fair?” “Is this kind?” “Is this giving meaningful quality time?” “Or are we just prolonging the inevitable?” As vets, we want to help every animal. But with limited resources, especially blood, ethics matter. Cat transfusions are not just a medical decision. They are a welfare decision. A resource decision. And sometimes, a very emotional family decision. There is no easy answer. But the honest conversation matters. Blood can save a life. But it should be used where it has the best chance to truly help. Dr Duncan ASK A VET™ Talk. Track. Trust. Ask A Vet. #VetAdvice #AskAVet #CatHealth #CatVet #FelineMedicine

🚨 THE HEARTBREAKING REALITY OF MINIATURE / MICRO / POCKET BULLIES 🚨 I was scrolling and ran into a breeding competition video on these guys… I just thought I should film a reaction to the Miniature and Micro Bully trend. Frankly, it is tough to watch. When dogs are bred for extreme, exaggerated features, like ultra-short legs and excessively wide chests, they are the ones paying the price. Here is what is actually going on beneath that “aesthetic”: Severe Airway Issues: Struggling for every single breath. Chronic Joint & Spinal Pain: Deformed skeletal structures carrying disproportionate weight. Constant Medical Interventions: High risks of skin allergies, heart defects, and eye issues. Shortened Lifespans: Sacrificing years of a happy life for a specific look. Dogs deserve to run freely, breathe easily, and live without chronic pain. We need to stop normalizing poor health for the sake of a trend and start prioritizing animal welfare. Watch my full reaction video to see the medical breakdown of exactly what these dogs are going through. What are your thoughts on this breeding trend? Let’s talk about it in the comments. 👇 #Miniaturebully #AnimalWelfare #Ethicalbreeding #AskAVet Download my app on apple or android: get.askavet.com

Don’t leave your phone out… OR EXPECT SELFIES!! G’day! I’m Dr. Duncan, and I built the Ask A Vet app. I created this because pet care shouldn’t be so complicated. Instead of bouncing between clinics, your vets can now see your pet’s data and help you right online. You have the tools for your pet’s entire life right in your pocket. What you get: * 24/7 Vet Chat & Telehealth 🩺 * Health & GPS tracking 📍 * Pet cloud data saving ☁️ * ID tags & safety features 🛡️ * The best pet products 🛍️ * Built for ALL animals 🐔 🐠 🐮 🐤 Test out the basic features for free today, but to celebrate the launch 🚀 Use code: DRDUNCAN 1 MONTH FREE of Premium Download: get.askavet.com @drduncanthevet #askavet #emergencyvet #veterinarian #vetsofinstagram #pethealthvettips dogvet catvet petstartup productdesign petbusiness vetpreneur 


Canine ADHD… it’s a real diagnosis LOL G’day! I’m Dr. Duncan, and I built the Ask A Vet app. I created this because pet care shouldn’t be so complicated. Instead of bouncing between clinics, your vets can now see your pet’s data and help you right online. You have the tools for your pet’s entire life right in your pocket. What you get: * 24/7 Vet Chat & Telehealth 🩺 * Health & GPS tracking 📍 * Pet cloud data saving ☁️ * ID tags & safety features 🛡️ * The best pet products 🛍️ * Built for ALL animals 🐔 🐠 🐮 🐤 Test out the basic features for free today, but to celebrate the launch 🚀 Use code: DRDUNCAN 1 MONTH FREE of Premium Download: get.askavet.com @drduncanthevet #askavet #emergencyvet #veterinarian #vetsofinstagram #pethealthvettips dogvet catvet petstartup productdesign petbusiness vetpreneur 



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