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Canine blood donors help save Polk K9 Ace

Polk County K9 Ace, shot Aug. 6, is recovering after receiving packed red blood cells and plasma from civilian donors.
WHO: Polk County Sheriff’s Office K9 Ace; handler Deputy Oestreich; Dr. Oscar Aguayo and Dr. Vanessa Navarro; civilian canine donors Molly, Rooster, and Winnie
WHAT: K9 Ace received emergency blood products from civilian canine donors and is recovering after being shot multiple times.
WHEN: Aug 12, 2026 at 12:40 PM ET
WHERE: Polk County, Florida
WHY: Ace was shot multiple times while assisting deputies, causing hemorrhagic shock that required packed red blood cells and fresh frozen plasma.
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