To assist researchers in selecting a strain-appropriate method of euthanasia, the authors present a summary of methodologies for assessing the effectiveness of euthanasia techniques, …

In their 2020 report, the AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals: 2020 Edition reviewed the current literature and concluded that “the practice of immersion, where conscious animals …

NOTE : Only acceptable in rats weighing < 200 grams. Neonates < 7 days old should be euthanized by a physical method, such as sharp scissors. Asphyxiation using CO2 followed by …

Physical methods of euthanasia must be skillfully executed by well-trained personnel to ensure a quick and humane death. Equipment used for euthanasia must be maintained in good …

Guillotines that are designed to accomplish decapitation in adult rodents in a uniformly instantaneous manner are commercially available.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Standard on Rat and Mouse Euthanasia. Introduction Purpose. The standards and procedures described below provide guidance to all researchers …

Rodents may be euthanized by CO 2 inhalation in their home cage or a clean induction chamber or appropriate size. Cages may not be combined for euthanasia. Set the regulator so that the …

Nov 1, 2021 · Using different anesthetics for euthanasia brings outcome variability. Anesthetics impact differently a given outcome or pathway. It is not implied that is better to avoid …

Dec 19, 2012 · Study shows anaesthetics may be a more humane way to kill rats and mice than carbon dioxide, but reveals a surprising twist. Albino laboratory rats find carbon dioxide — a …

Sep 22, 2020 · Beyond humaneness, there is also the issue of appropriateness of a method of sacrifice with regards to organ safety. This study compared four common methods of rodent …