Sedation protocol | Acepromazine - hydromorphone | Dexmedetomidine - hydromorphone |
---|---|---|
Number of dogs | 36 | 20 |
Age (years) | 3 (0.25–11) | 3 (0.58–10) |
Sex | 18 females, 11 males, 6 spayed females, 1 neutered male | 7 females, 6 spayed females, 4 neutered males, 3 males |
Mass (kg) | 15.7 (2.4–40.2) | 19.3 (1.57–47.0) |
Breed | 12 Mixed breed, 9 Pitbull types, 2 Miniature Pinschers, 2 Shih Tzus and 11 other pedigree breeds | 13 Mixed breed, 2 Labrador Retrievers, 2 Chihuahuas, 3 other pedigree breeds |