Veterinary Care
The veterinarian has the responsibility of providing medical care to all animals maintained in our institution. In addition to these responsibilities, the veterinarian provides guidance to investigators and research personnel regarding proper handling, restraint, anesthesia, analgesia, tranquilization and euthanasia procedures. The veterinarian also provides direction concerning pre- and post-procedural care of animals used in surgical and other studies.
- Assessment and Management of Pain
- Blood Volume Collection Guidelines
- Drug Storage and Control
- Emergency, Weekend and Holiday Care
- Endpoints for Animal Projects
- Preventative Medicine
- Signs of Pain and Distress in Rodents
- Surveillance, Diagnosis, Clinical Signs, Effects on Research, Treatment and Control of Disease
- Diseases of Research Animals (University of Missouri link)
- Veterinary Formulary
- Reference Library
A dedicated reference library has been established for the Animal Care Program that provides a source of pertinent materials (including audio-visual aids) on many aspects of animal care and use. This library is continually updated.
- Serology
- Training Policy and Training Manual
Updated June 25, 2007 by SAK