Animals
| Animal | Blood volume (ml/kg) |
|---|---|
| Cat | 55 (47-66) |
| Cow | 55 (52-57) |
| Dog | 86 (79-90) |
| Ferret | 75 |
| Gerbil | 67 |
| Goat | 70 |
| Guinea pig | 75 (67-92) |
| Hamster | 78 |
| Horse | 76 |
| Monkey (rhesus) | 54 |
| Mouse | 79 (78-80) |
| Pig | 65 |
| Rabbit | 56 (44-70) |
| Rat | 64 (50-70) |
| Sheep | 60 |
| Marmoset | 60-70 |
The table at right shows circulating blood volumes, given as volume per kilogram, for healthy adults of a selection of animals. However, it can be 15% less in obese and old animals.
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