Question

Euthanasia agents that act by way of hypoxia are not recommended for which of the following groups of animals?a) Warm-blooded neonatesb) Ruminantsc) Older animals of most speciesd) Animals with respiratory problems

Answer 1

Euthanasia agents that act by way of hypoxia (deprivation of oxygen) are not recommended for animals with respiratory problems, as they may already be experiencing difficulty breathing and hypoxia may exacerbate their condition. It is also not recommended for warm-blooded neonates as they are highly sensitive to oxygen deprivation and may experience pain or distress during the process. Ruminants and older animals of most species may be more tolerant of hypoxia, but it is still not considered the preferred method of euthanasia for these animals. Instead, alternative methods such as barbiturates or gunshot are recommended for a quick, humane and effective euthanasia process.

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