That is very similar to the way I do it. A pair of diagonal wire cutters works great for quickly and easily cutting off the legs-knees and the tail cartilage.

And, don't forget to remove the scent glands. Two near the anus (maybe only on males) and one under each "armpit." Sometimes they will come off with the skin.

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