3OldPonies
Well-Known Member
Be aware the whole procedure takes longer than shooting. The vet should stitch a needle into the vein with a length of tubing that they actually get the rest of the drugs with, even with an experienced vet this takes an few minutes. I have had to had two PTS this way, one was so ill he just lay down, the other dropped like a stone.
Never actually heard of this. Bigger bore needle or cannula (bigger needle that can have several successive or larger attachments (like if you have a drip in the back of your hand) yes, stitching - no. Both that I have witnessed have been two simple injections, although the vet did try a cannula on the second but the vein was too small.
OP, check with your vet if you are unsure about the procedure they will use. They'll be more than happy to talk you through everything so that nothing comes as a surprise for you.