What are the recommendations to follow when animals are euthanized using cervical dislocation?
The IACUC expects the following recommendation to be followed when animals (small birds, mice, rats (< 200 g.) and rabbits (< 1 kg.)) are euthanized using cervical dislocation: "Those responsible for the use of cervical dislocation must ensure that personnel performing this technique have been properly trained and consistently apply it humanely and effectively.