Ratan Tata in search of blood donor: Help needed to save critically ill dog
Ratan Tata, the esteemed industrialist and philanthropist, has reached out to the people of Mumbai through Instagram, seeking urgent assistance to find a blood donor for a critically ill dog. The seven-month-old canine, admitted to Tata’s Small Animal Hospital, is battling suspected tick fever and life-threatening anaemia.
Ratan Tata's Heartfelt Plea
In his Instagram post, Tata expressed his urgent need for help, stating, «I would really really appreciate your help. This 7-month-old dog at our animal hospital needs an urgent blood transfusion. He is admitted for suspected tick fever and life-threatening anaemia. We urgently need a dog blood donor in Mumbai.»
Ratan Tata also shared a picture of the ailing puppy, adding a personal touch to his appeal.
Criteria For Donor Dogs
Tata’s post outlined the specific eligibility criteria for potential donor dogs:
- Clinically healthy
- Aged between 1 to 8 years
- Weighing at least 25 kg
- Fully vaccinated and dewormed
- Free from any major illness
- No history of tick fever in the past six months
- Viral Response and Public Support
The heartfelt plea quickly went viral, garnering over 4.8 lakh likes and numerous supportive comments. One user commented, «Have sent a text with a contact for a potential match,» while another noted, «Imagine a billionaire posting request posts for helping dogs,» with a heart emoji. A third person praised Tata as the «most down-to-earth businessman.»
A third user stated, «You are the most kind person sir through your actions
