The Laboratory Hamster and Gerbil

by Karl J. Field

Overview

The Laboratory Hamster and Gerbil details basic information and common procedures for individuals performing research with hamsters and gerbils. It includes duties of animal facility management, animal husbandry, regulatory compliance, and technical procedures and assists in the humane care and use of hamsters and gerbils in the laboratory. It provides quick, easy-to-use information for investigators, technicians, and animal caretakers and includes references to alternative procedures and methods. The book also offers possible sources and suppliers of animals, feed, sanitation supplies, cages, and research and veterinary supplies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849325663
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	12/04/1998
Series:	Laboratory Animal Pocket Reference
Edition description:	SPIRAL
Pages:	168
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Karl J. Field, Amber L. Sibold (Consultant, East Hanover, New Jersey, USA), Mark A. Suckow (University of Kentucky) (Series edited by).

Table of Contents

Important Biological Features.- Husbandry.- Management.- Veterinary Care.- Experimental Methodology.- Resources.- References.

Editorial Reviews

"…very complete at providing all facets of information on the care and use of hamsters and gerbils … One of the best features of this text is the ample number of references. Readers will find the references comprehensive and user friendly."
—Timothy D. Mandrell in Contemporary Topics, Vol. 38, No. 5

From the Publisher

Gives basic information and common procedures for performing research with hamsters and gerbils, covering duties of animal facility management, animal husbandry, regulatory compliance, and technical procedures. Includes b&w photos and drawings, and lists of organizations, publications, and suppliers of animals, equipment, and feed. Field is directory of veterinary sciences at Bristol-Meyers Squibb Pharmaceutical Research Institute. Sibold is assistant director of laboratory animal services at Novartis Pharmaceuticals. Plastic comb binding. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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