Sedation with Intracloacal Administration of Dexmedetomidine with Ketamine in Yellow-bellied Sliders (Trachemys scripta scripta)

The objective of this research investigation was to assess the usefulness of a dexmedetomidine and ketamine combination administered through the cloaca in a chelonian species, to provide evidence of mucosal absorption of the drugs, and suitability of this administration route. Fifteen healthy, adult captive yellow-bellied sliders (Trachemys scripta scripta) were used as subject animals.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research