IACUC Learning Module - Sheep
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF VARIOUS PERSONNEL
Composed of scientists from throughout the university departments, non-scientist faculty members, university veterinarians and community members.
Federal law requires the IACUC to: review protocols, establish policies and procedures to ensure care is in accordance with Federal law and AAALAC standards, monitor the entire animal use program and to inspect housing areas at least every six months.
Implements IACUC policy, provides training, provides veterinary service and provides monthly inspections of facilities and animals.
Oversees routine and emergency veterinary care, provides diagnostic resource, performs experimental surgery, formulates herd health programs, assists investigators in writing animal protocols, aids in protocol review and assists in correction of protocol deficiencies.
The Farm Animal Veterinarian can provide adequate animal health care only with the assistance of animal handlers and other farm personnel. Success requires frequent communication and effective record keeping.
Veterinary Care
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To prevent, control and treat illness or injuries. To provide anesthetic support, as well as surgical and post surgical care. To provide guidance on veterinary management issues such as: quarantine period, vaccination schedules, drug usage, and experimental surgery.
Animal Management
- To provide the appropriate shelter, diet, and trained personnel to identify problems. Animal handlers must know the possible side effects of the experiment, as well as knowing the normal behavior of the animal.
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