This document has been designed by the ULAM veterinary personnel as a guideline for sedation , anesthesia , and analgesia of laboratory mice. This is not intended to be an inclusive tutorial on all possible drug combinations that can be used in mice...

To establish acceptable methods of euthanasia for investigative personnel to perform. The current procedure is composed of two parts: a primary method followed by a secondary method to ensure death and/or prevent revival.

To define the standard operating procedure for quarantine and conditioning of non-human primates ( NHPs ) at the University of Michigan for use in research.

This guideline outlines the expectations for the preparation, storage and expiration of injectable medications.

To define the standard operating procedures for processing, quarantine, and maintenance of cats for use in research.

This document outlines the use and approval of environmental enrichment for all vertebrate animals.

To define the standard operating procedures for receiving, processing, quarantine, and pre-shipment conditioning of dogs for use in research.

To establish procedures for investigative personnel to feed, water, and/or changes cages for the rodents used in their research projects and decline these services from the Unit for Laboratory Medicine (ULAM).

Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) approved animal activities (i.e. protocols) can be amended using IACUC reviews and administrative processes (e.g., Veterinary Verification and Consultation, and Administrative Amendments). The...