Laboratory Animal Management: Dogs

Laboratory Animal Management: Dogs

This reference provides guidance on the care, housing, and management of dogs used in research. It covers facility design, veterinary care, animal welfare, regulatory requirements, and research protocols. It also addresses pain management, ethical considerations, and special care needs to support responsible laboratory animal practices.

Key Features:

• Explains the selection of dogs as research models.
• Covers the design and maintenance of animal research facilities.
• Details requirements for housing, feeding, sanitation, and transportation.
• Discusses veterinary care and breeding animal management.
• Provides guidance on animal identification and record keeping.
• Addresses regulatory standards and institutional review procedures.
• Explains how to recognize and alleviate pain and distress.
• Discusses euthanasia and ethical responsibilities in research.
• Covers special circumstances, including aging animals and radiation studies.
• Supports researchers and supervisors in improving laboratory animal care.