Improved euthanasia criteria
| Criteria of euthanasia | Liao et al. | Improved criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Cachexia | Loss of 2 g in 48 h |
| Loss of 3 g in 7 days | ||
| Clinical deterioration | Increased respiratory frequency | Increased respiratory frequency |
| Anorexia | Hunched back with tremor | |
| Ascites | / | |
| / | No spontaneous movement when nudged |
Weight and clinical status should be evaluated once every 48 h. The improved criteria allow for more objective criteria for euthanasia of animals