Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Advocating sedation pre-euthanasia in small animal practice
- Journal:
- Companion Animal
- Year:
- 2021
- Authors:
- Farquhar, Robyn
- Affiliation:
- Principal, Fernside Veterinary Centre, 205 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1AT, UK · United Kingdom
Abstract
Pre-euthanasia sedation in small animal practice in the UK is not standard procedure. In this article, the advantages of having a more relaxed patient and family are described. A variety of protocols using familiar products from everyday general anaesthesia and sedation are also discussed.
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Search related cases →Original publication: https://doi.org/10.12968/coan.2020.0073