Itemized list of medical materiel based on the JTS Euthanasia of the Military Working Dog CPG.

Euthanasia Solution

Commercial veterinary euthanasia solution (veterinary euthanasia solution containing sodium pentobarbital and/or sodium phenytoin) or potassium chloride (KCl).

Anesthetic Medications               

Prerequisite: General anesthesia of the MWD is mandatory before KCl administration (unless patient is unconscious).

Anesthetic Agents

  • Isoflurane or sevoflurane
  • Propofol
  • Other suitable anesthetics as per K9 CPG:16.

Additional Supplies

  • IV catheter or intraosseous (IO) catheter, +/- administration set
  • Saline (for flushing)
  • Tape
  • Syringes and needles
  • Gloves
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor to confirm cessation of cardiac activity
  • Controlled substances log for documentation

Additional Required Materials

Sample Collection Supplies

  • Red-top/serum tube and purple-top (EDTA) tubes for blood collection.
  • Urine specimen containers.
  • 10% buffered formalin for tissue preservation.
  • Additional supplies needed for postmortem exam can be found in the TB MED 283.

Documentation

  • K9 Tactical Combat Casualty Care (K9TCCC) Card.
  • Access to TB MED 283 for necropsy protocols (with additional recommended supplies).

For additional information including National Stock Number (NSN), refer to Logistics Plans & Readiness (sharepoint-mil.us) DISCLAIMER: This is not an exhaustive list. These are items identified to be important for the care of combat casualties.