Handbook of Laboratory Animal Management and Welfare (PDF)

This bestseller has been an essential book for all those working
with laboratory animals since it was first published in 1994.
This fourth edition retains all the classic features that have made
it a must-have reference including emphasis on best practice in
order to improve animal welfare. The contents have been
thoroughly updated and reorganised to make sure it is a really
practical book for day-to-day use in the laboratory. The
first section of the book covers principles applicable to all
species, for example husbandry, handling and the education and
training required by scientists and technical staff working with
animals in the laboratory. Later chapters focus on specific
species or groups of species.

New to this edition:

* Reflects changes in European legislation and their
impact on national legislation

* Covers recommendations for the education and training
of those carrying out animal experiments across Europe

* New chapters on ethical considerations and balancing
animal welfare with science

* New information on environmental enrichment for
laboratory animals

* Covers advancements in anaesthesia and analgesia and
techniques

* Spiral bound for ease-of-use as a bench-top
reference

This book is ideal for all personnel carrying out scientific
procedures using animals, particularly during training and also for
the new researcher. It will also be essential reading for
study directors designing research programmes, animal technicians
and veterinarians working with laboratory animal species.