Guidelines for the humane transportation of research animals
Transporting research animals is a necessary part of the biomedical enterprise that can have substantial effects on the physiological and psychological condition of the animals. Individuals at research facilities often find arranging transportation of animals a challenge. In order to address a plethora of sometimes confusing and burdensome regulations pertaining to transportation of research animals, this report recommends that an interagency working group be established to coordinate federal inspections and permitting activities. It further recommends that steps be taken to ensure the availability of safe, reliable air and ground transportation for research animals. The report also establishes science-based good practices for transporting research animals and advises that research institutions designate a single individual to be responsible for ensuring safe shipment and receipt of animals
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