| INJECTION
SITES, VOLUMES AND NEEDLES: THE DOG
This table shows common injection sites,
maximum volumes per site and appropriate sized needles.
| |
IV |
IP |
IM |
SQ |
PO |
| SITE |
Cephalic
vein |
|
Quadriceps,
Posterior thigh |
Scruff |
|
| VOLUME |
Up
to 10-15 ml |
200-500
mls |
2-5
ml |
100-200
ml |
5-10
ml/kg |
| NEEDLE
SIZE |
<
20 gauge |
<
20 gauge |
<
20 gauge |
<
20 gauge |
Via
Syringe |
|
