| Proficiency in the handling and restraint of animals makes it easier to perform a variety of routine procedures with minimal or no pain or distress to the animals involved. Animals are creatures of habit and when proper handling is part of their regular routine, the degree of distress caused by the procedures is minimized. Animals can be trained or conditioned to accept a variety of procedures which if suddenly forced upon them can be distressful. Almost every animal commonly used in the laboratory responds positively to humane treatment. To develop the proper techniques and gain confidence in their use requires training by someone with appropriate experience. This can be the veterinarian, a member of the animal care staff or a fellow investigator. |
Refinement
Home | Decreased
Invasiveness | Improved
Instrumentation |
Improved Control of
Pain | Improved
Control of Techniques