Blood Bank Donor Volunteers
These remarkable canine heroes are saving lives with each blood donation. All our donors are beloved, healthy pets living in wonderful homes with their parents outside of the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Learn more about the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine Blood Bank and how your dog may be able to participate.
Baxter
Baxter’s Bio
Adopted From
West Tennessee
Favorite Trick
“Pound it!” (he gives us a fist bump) and “Pray” (holds his treat on his nose)
Favorite Treat
Any food
Baxter’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my mom helps save animals lives, so I wanted to help too!
Bonus Fact
I love all things Taylor Swift, napping on the couch, and hanging out with my emotionally supportive beagle brother, Jase.
Caroline
Caroline’s Bio
Adopted From
AU College of Veterinary Medicine Canine Performance Sciences
Favorite Trick
Fetch
Favorite Treat
Vegetables
Caroline’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…enrolled because we wanted to help save other dogs in need.
Bonus Fact
I can’t stop wiggling when I am happy!
Edith
Edith’s Bio
Adopted From
Sweet Home Doberman Rescue
Favorite Trick
Sit
Favorite Treat
Bread
Edith’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my mom is an LVT and would like to help the hospital provide the best care and save as many lives as possible.
Frankie
Frankie’s Bio
Adopted From
Louisville, KY
Favorite Trick
Giving hugs!
Favorite Treat
Banana with peanut butter
Frankie’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my parents, two vet students, enrolled me as a donor because they wanted the whole family to be able to save lives!
Bonus Fact
Frankie loves to play with anyone and everyone!
Gumbo
Gumbo’s Bio
Adopted From
Nashville, TN
Favorite Trick
“Paws up!” (Sits on his back legs while balancing)
Favorite Treat
Ice cubes
Gumbo’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I’m a big boy with plenty of blood to share with my friends in need!
Bonus Fact
When I visit my grandparents, I get to see my 3 litter mate brothers, mom, and dad all on the same street!
Harley
Harley’s Bio
Adopted From
Sweet Home Doberman Rescue
Favorite Trick
I’m a one trick girlie that is very good a sit.
Favorite Treat
Pup-Peronis and the occasional Starbucks Pup Cup
Harley’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…so that I could help save lives and make new friends along the way!
Bonus Fact
I was born with a congenitally deformed left front leg. Though I may look a little different and walk with a limp, my leg does not hold me back. I am the happiest girl and live my life to the fullest. I use my “funny leg” to harass my sibling dogs or I will prop my deformed paw on your lap when I want attention.
Honey
Honey’s Bio
Adopted From
Murfreesboro, TN
Favorite Trick
Shake
Favorite Treat
Pupperoni
Honey’s Fun Facts
Bonus Fact
Skilled excavator
Hooey Sue
Hooey Sue’s Bio
Adopted From
Streets of Dadeville, AL
Favorite Trick
Spinning
Favorite Treat
I am not a picky eater, but my all-time favorite treat is beating mom to the horse hoof trimmings after the farrier visits.
Hooey Sue’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my parents enrolled me as a donor because my big sister had hemangiosarcoma and had to have a blood transfusion during her splenectomy. We will forever be grateful for the extra time we got to spend with Mumu. I hope that my donation can give another family more time with their loved one.
Bonus Fact
I keep the chickens in line when the roosters get too feisty and my mom thinks it is sweet that I break up the commotion but don’t eat them.
Jax
Jax’s Bio
Adopted From
Union, Ky
Favorite Trick
Paw and roll over (only on carpeted surfaces)
Favorite Treat
All food items but especially french fries
Jax’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I love any type of attention and want to help save lives!
Bonus Fact
If there’s a body of water I’m in it! Excellent cat brother, stable hand & therapy pet volunteer.
Juno
Juno’s Bio
Adopted From
Dry Ridge, KY, but I was adopted from a shelter in Cincinnati
Favorite Trick
Having the same sleep schedule as a common house cat
Favorite Treat
Frozen blueberries
Juno’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my mom enrolled me in the blood bank because it is a great cause and because I love the attention that comes from it.
Bonus Fact
My favorite pastimes include chasing lizards, cuddling up for a movie with Mom, and trying to provide as little personal space as possible.
Koa
Koa’s Bio
Adopted From
Wetumpka, Alabama
Favorite Trick
Speak to me
Favorite Treat
Crushed ice
Koa’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my mom is an LVT and would like to help the hospital provide the best care and save as many lives as possible.
Bonus Fact
I chase mom around the house when she gets home “talking” to me until she pets me enough that I’m is satisfied.
Mango
Mango’s Bio
Adopted From
Hearts N’ Homes Rescue in GA
Favorite Trick
Shake
Favorite Treat
Peanut butter
Mango’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my parents enrolled me because buying less food means buying me more tennis balls!
Bonus Fact
Life Motto: Ball is life
Maverick
Maverick’s Bio
Adopted From
Rescued from Warrior, AL
Favorite Trick
Pretending I can’t hear you
Favorite Treat
Pup cups!
Maverick’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I’m calm, cool, and collected.
Bonus Fact
I love nose kisses!
Noel
Noel’s Bio
Adopted From
Gadsden, AL
Favorite Trick
Sitting for food
Favorite Treat
Peanut butter!
Noel’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I am a very kind and patient dog and I love making new human friends!
Bonus Fact
I was a bottle fed baby.
Regina
Regina’s Bio
Adopted From
AU College of Veterinary Medicine Canine Performance Sciences
Favorite Trick
Fetch (ball is life)
Favorite Treat
All food
Regina’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I am the best good girl and I enjoy helping others.
Bonus Fact
I love to melt when people touch me.
Ryder
Ryder’s Bio
Adopted From
Tuscaloosa, AL
Favorite Trick
Becoming liquid when anyone touches me
Favorite Treat
Anything off the counter when mom isn’t looking
Ryder’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I’m a good girl who loves to be social.
Bonus Fact
I’m a true loyal lab who never leaves my mom’s side wherever we go!
Stella
Stella’s Bio
Adopted From
Found on the street near Lee County Humane Society
Favorite Trick
Sunbathing
Favorite Treat
A bone with frozen peanut butter inside
Stella’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my parents enrolled me as a donor because I wanted to be just like my dad and help other animals!
Bonus Fact
Stella loves rolling around in the grass and sunbathing. She loves cats and another fact is her full name is Stella Mishka Glotova.
Stiles
Stiles’ Bio
Adopted From
Kentucky
Favorite Trick
Weave through legs
Favorite Treat
Peanut butter
Stiles’ Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I’m such a sweet and loving boy.
Bonus Fact
I am obsessed with tennis balls and prefer the orange ones.
Tucker
Tucker’s Bio
Adopted From
Lexington, KY
Favorite Trick
“Cuddles!” or “Spin”
Favorite Treat
Anything mom has
Tucker’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…my mom is a vet student studying to save lives and I wanted to help too!
Bonus Fact
My mom’s friends adopted my siblings, so we got to grow up playing together all the time!
Turbo
Turbo’s Bio
Adopted From
Second Chance Greyhound Rescue
Favorite Trick
Rooing
Favorite Treat
Carrots
Turbo’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I love visiting the AU vet school!
Bonus Fact
I do the “dognado” (spinning in place.)
Wiley
Wiley’s Bio
Adopted From
Birmingham Humane Society
Favorite Trick
Saying my prayers
Favorite Treat
Anything and everything! But I really love carrots!
Wiley’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…because my mom is a 2nd year vet student studying to save animals just like me! She works really hard to make a difference in the lives of animals, and this is my way of giving back!
Bonus Fact
According to the shelter I was adopted from, I am labeled as a “Beautifully Blended Mix”. I am very talkative and love expressing myself by howling. I’m also really good at jumping fences!
Zoey
Zoey’s Bio
Adopted From
East Alabama Humane Society
Favorite Trick
Speak
Favorite Treat
Anything edible
Zoey’s Fun Facts
I’m a donor because…
…I love helping others and enjoy all the attention I get from the hospital staff.
Bonus Fact
I can jump over almost anything!