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. 2011 Jan;52(1):55–61.

Table 5.

Percentage of establishments that euthanized each type of animal by method used for physical restraint for euthanasia

Method of restraint Dogs Cats Other
Muzzle 88 4 0
Catch pole 78 21 31
Leash 73 0 35
Extra handlers 67 53 50
Gloves 45 77 92
Blanket 39 53 88
Squeeze cage 10 45 35
Animal tongs 4 23 12
Bag/net 2 38 35
Total 49 establishments 47 establishments 26 establishments