Irradiated blood products are used to prevent graft-vs-host disease in patients at risk. Many attempts have been made to develop blood substitutes using inert chemicals (eg, perfluorocarbons) or Hb solutions to carry and deliver oxygen to tissues.
Temperament and Traits of a Corgi Mix. Those short, stout dogs are familiar to anyone who follows the British royal family. Corgis are loved worldwide for their loyal temperament and athletic playfulness. While not every corgi mix will have the same temperament and traits, many will act similarly to their purebred cousins.
The Corgi breed does shed, however, a light brushing twice a week for 20 minutes and a high-quality dog food will keep the shedding to a minimum. Adult Corgi's can adjust and adapt to a new home with minimal problems as long as the owners are dog-savvy and have done their research on the breed.