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Answer: Fortunately for us, dogs do not understand they are going to be put down and what happens after they are given the injection that puts them to sleep. ... Question: My dog was given a sedative before euthanasia. The vet said it would take 5-10 minutes to take effect and said they'd return after that.
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If she's very sick and already quiet or has trouble breathing she may not need it.

The euthanasia medication most vets use is pentobarbital, a seizure medication.

In large doses, it quickly renders the pet unconscious.

it shuts down her heart and brain functions usually within one or two minutes.

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