12-28-2009, 08:24 PM
Sorry, I should have done my research first. I was groping for an effective method that the pet owner could do themselves in a pinch. Both the "exsanguination" and the CO2 methods are practiced but it seems like you need to know what you are doing. Exsanguination requires sedation first and CO2, while it is widely practiced for small animals is not recommended for dogs. The CO2 sounded like a good method because in low doses it acts like an analgesic, in moderate doses like an anesthetic. Nevertheless it is not recommended for the larger animals.