To restrain a dog for juggler VENA puncture, stand alongside the dog and place your right hand under its muzzle. Point the dog's head toward the ceiling. You may have to hold the dog's mouth closed with your hand with your left hand. Grasp the dog's front legs just above the feet and hold them together. Secure your grip by placing a finger between them. Pull the feet slightly to align them with the dog's nose.

The VENA punctures will normally occlude the vein without further assistance. Once the procedure is finished, apply pressure to the VENA puncture site.