Euthanasia

Catalog description

This course covers performance of euthanasia in a humane way to a variety of animal species. Topics include the physiological and pharmacological action of drugs used for euthanasia (considering the potential impact euthanized animals have on the environment) and instruction in the use of injectable and non-injectable drugs and gases. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss effective and humane euthanasia concepts and the necessity of euthanasia in specific animal care settings.