Vet boss hails ‘crucial’ Pet Blood Bank role

The Heart of Pet Blood Bank awards were presented at a ceremony earlier this month which recognised the contribution made by both its canine and human volunteers.

The awards are sponsored by the CVS Group, whose chief executive, Richard Fairman, said supporting the initiative was important to them because of the group’s work.

‘Life-changing’

He said: “Pet Blood Bank is a vital charity doing crucial work within our profession.

“Without the tireless work of the people, practices and dogs who volunteer their time and who donate blood – our profession would not be able to perform the range of life-changing and lifesaving veterinary services that we do.

“We are so pleased that these awards recognise these important individuals.”

Four awards were presented at the ceremony, with two going to a record-breaking dog and his owner.

World record

Sue Mitchell collected the Pioneering award while her dog, Sharwood, who was recently honoured with a Guinness World Record, received the Bramble Craddock award, which is the charity’s highest canine honour.

Jools Brammer and her dog, Maverick, received the Real award for her work to establish a new donation venue in Cheshire and his 12 donations respectively.

Meanwhile, volunteer Nick Fountain was given the Caring award for his support of volunteers over more than 200 donation sessions.