Laboratory animals, including dogs, play an important role in biomedical research and medical advances. Dogs have a long history of use in research and have contributed enormously to the health and welfare of both humans and animals. The humane care and management of these animals is a fundamental component of their use in medical research.

The Laboratory Canine clearly presents basic background information covering subjects that apply specifically to dogs used in research settings, such as basic biological features, husbandry, management, veterinary care, experimental methodology, and resources. The book offers guidance on performing a detailed physical examination, including necessary veterinary supplies, clinical signs of illness, clinical conditions, and reference tables of widely used veterinary drugs. It discusses the human-animal bond or the relationship between people and animals and its significance and importance to the quality of research, the health of the animals, and the emotional health of staff caring for or working with animals. It also examines anesthetic and surgical procedures that include pre-, intra-, and post-anesthesia/operative monitoring. The Laboratory Canine contains reference charts for monitoring patients through post-operative recovery and reference tables for anesthetics and analgesics.

Because dogs are a highly visible species in the eyes of the public and regulators, it is important that individuals working with laboratory canines have the proper training and experience. This valuable resource is ideal for those charged with the care and use of canines in a research setting.

Reviews

"The canine is one of the more highly regulated animal species because of its public image as a family member and the ever-present human-animal bond relationship. ... Specific requirements concerning their housing, environmental enrichment, and proper medical management of pain and distress are outlined with references for additional in-depth information. ... Attention is paid to human safety and zoootic diseases as well as the humane and ethical treatment of the animals themselves throughout the handbook. The Laboratory Canine is a valuable addition to the previously reviewed The Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference Series. It is an excellent reference for the individual wanting to strengthen their knowledge of basic canine care and guidelines in the laboratory setting. The handbook is conveniently sized and well written in an organized, easy to read manner, which will benefit the novice animal caretaker and laboratory assistant from small facilities to large institutions."
-Sandra L. Jex, DVM, ALN Magazine, April 2007

"The intended audience of the book, The Laboratory Canine,is personnel involved with the care and use of dogs in research. The main target would be anima care staff and veterinary technicians. The book gives a general overview of the husbandry and care of research dogs, normal biological data for beagles, general disease conditions, basic anesthesia and common drug dosages, and sample collection methods. The book may be of interest to pathologists through the provision of these basic values and procedures ... provide a very good technical reference for those in the field. The index is through, allowing quick access to information. ..."
-Dr. Cecile Baccanale, DVM, Director of Animal Health, Marshall BioResources, New York, Veterinary Pathology, 2007

"The Laboratory Canine is a well and clearly written book and easy and pleasant to read."

- P. Rauser, in Acta Veternaria Brno, 2007, Vol. 76

"The book is clearly written and adequately referenced and touches on all aspects of care of laboratory dogs . . . an excellent quick reference source . . . "

- In AJVR, January 2008, Vol. 69, No. 1

Book Information
ISBN 9780849328930
Author Garrett Field
Format Paperback
Page Count 180
Imprint CRC Press Inc
Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Weight(grams) 317g