CLEARWATER, Fla. — A three-legged pit bull named Stanley is saving lives as a canine blood donor at Blue Pearl Animal Hospital in Clearwater, Fla.

Struck by a car as a puppy, Stanley received a life-saving blood transfusion, and now, at five years old, he’s giving back by donating his own blood —18 times so far, enough to save nearly 54 dogs.

Stanley’s owner, Jen Joern, brings him in every few months for donations.

“He feels great. I feel great as a result of it,” she said. “So many people I talk to had no clue that dogs can donate blood. That’s why we’re here, sharing the love and spreading the word.”

Stanley’s universal blood type makes him an ideal donor for dogs of any breed.

“Just like people, pets need blood for trauma or surgery. Unfortunately, there’s a natural shortage of b

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