Arrangements for Acquisition and Housing

Acquisition of animals is the responsibility of the principal investigator.  All animals must be housed within IACUC approved facilities.  Arrangements for housing must be made before any animals are acquired.  Animals may not be purchased or otherwise acquired until a fully approved protocol is on file.  If wild animals are to be used, arrangements for any necessary quarantine must be made through the IACUC before animals are acquired. The investigator is responsible for determining if permits (such as from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service or the Michigan Department of Natural Resources) are required and any necessary permits must be obtained before animals are acquired.  The IACUC can advise investigators whether permits are needed.

Investigators requiring special care, equipment, or supplies for their animals or exemptions from standard animal care procedures must inform the IACUC in writing so that appropriate arrangements can be made.  Users must notify the IACUC if their animals will be exposed to materials or procedures which may be hazardous to personnel.

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