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APPENDIX
B
Selected Organizations Related to
Laboratory Animal Science
American Association for Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
(AAALAC), 11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1211, Rockville, MD 20852-3035
(phone: 301-231-5353; fax: 301-231-8282; e-mail: accredit@aaalac.org).
This nonprofit organization was formed in 1965 by leading U.S. scientific
and educational organizations to promote high-quality animal care, use, and well-
being and to enhance life-sciences research and education through a voluntary
accreditation program. Any institution maintaining, using, importing, or breeding
laboratory animals for scientific purposes is eligible to apply for AAALAC am-
creditation. The animal-care facilities of applicant institutions are visited and the
program of animal care and use thoroughly evaluated by experts in laboratory
animal science, who submit a detailed report to the Council on Accreditation. The
council reviews applications and site-visit reports, using guidelines in the Guide
for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, to determine whether full accredi-
tation should be awarded. Accredited institutions are required to submit annual
reports on the status of their animal facilities, and site revisits are conducted aim
intervals of 3 years or less. The Council on Accreditation reviews the annual and
site-revisit reports to determine whether full accreditation should continue.
Fully accredited animal-care facilities receive a certificate of accreditation
and are included on a list of such facilities published by the association. Many
private biomedical organization strongly recommend that all grantees be sup-
ported by an AAALAC-accredited animal program. Full accreditation by
AAALAC is accepted by the Office for Protection from Research Risks of the
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National institutes of Health as strong evidence that the animal facilities are in
compliance with Public Health Service policy.
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), 70 Timber
Creek Drive, Suite 5, Cordova, TN 38018 (phone: 901-754-8620; fax: 901-753-
0046; e-mail: info@aalas.org; URL: http://www.aalas.org/).
AALAS is a professional, nonprofit organization of persons and institutions
concerned with the production, care, and study of animals used in biomedical
research. The organization provides a medium for the exchange of scientific
information on all phases of laboratory animal care and use through its educa-
tional activities and certification. AALAS is dedicated to advancing and dissemi-
nating knowledge about the responsible care and use of laboratory animals for the
benefit of human and animal life. AALAS publishes Laboratory Animal Science
(bimonthly journal), Contemporary Topics (bimonthly journal), training manuals
for laboratory animal technicians, an annual membership directory, a directory of
certified technologists, and occasional pamphlets on special subjects. AALAS
answers inquiries: conducts certification program for laboratory animal techni-
cians. conducts annual scientific sessions at which original papers are presented,
with seminars and workshops on laboratory animal science; distributes publica-
tions; lends film and slide sets; and makes referrals to other sources of informa-
tion. Services are available to anyone.
American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM), Dr. Charles
W. McPherson, Executive Director, 200 Summerwinds Drive, Cary, NC 27511
(phone: 919-859-5985; fax: 919-851-3126).
ACLAM is a specialty board recognized by the American Veterinary Medi-
cal Association (AVMA). it was founded in 1957 to encourage education, train-
ing, and research; to establish standards of training and experience for qualifica-
tion; and to certify, by examination, qualified laboratory animal specialists as
diplomates. To achieve these goals, the college seeks to interest veterinarians in
furthering both training and qualifications in laboratory animal medicine.
The annual ACLAM Forum is a major continuing-education meeting.
ACLAM also meets and sponsors programs in conjunction with the annual meet-
ings of AVMA and the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science. It
emphasizes and sponsors continuing-education programs; cosponsors symposia;
cosponsors about 30 autotutorial programs on use, husbandry, and diseases of
animals commonly used in research; and has produced 14 volumes on laboratory
subjects, such as The Laboratory Rat and The Mouse in Biomedical Research.
American Humane Association (AHA), 236 Massachusetts Avenue, NE, Suite
203, Washington, D.C. 20002 (phone: 202-543-7780; fax: 202-546-3266).
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AHA is a professional, nonprofit organization of organizations and individu-
als concerned with the exploitation, abuse, and neglect of children and animals.
AHA was founded in 1877 and was the first national organization to protect
children and animals.
AHA supports the 3 R's in biomedical research: refinement, reduction, and
replacement where possible. AHA informs its members of issues in biomedical
research through its magazine, Advocate, which is published quarterly.
American Society of Laboratory Animal Practitioners (ASLAP), Dr. Bradford
S. Goodwin, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer, University of Texas, Medical School-
CLAMC, 6431 Fannin Street, Room 1132, Houston, TX 77030-1501 (phone:
713-792-5127; fax: 713-794-4177).
ASLAP, founded in 1966, is open to any graduate of a veterinary college
accredited or recognized by the American Veterinaty Medical Association
(AVMA) or Canadian Veterinaty Medical Association (CVMA) who is engaged
in laboratory animal practice and maintains membership in AVMA, CVMA, or
any other national veterinary medical association recognized by AVMA. Its pur-
pose is to disseminate ideas, experiences, and knowledge among veterinarians
engaged in laboratory animal practice through education, training, and research
at both predoctoral and postdoctoral levels. Two educational meetings are held
annually, one each in conjunction with the annual meetings of AVMA and the
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science.
American Society of Primatologists (ASP), Regional Primate Research Center,
University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195 (URL: http://www.asp.org).
The purposes of ASP are exclusively educational and scientific—specifi-
cally, to promote and encourage the discovery and exchange of information
regarding pnmates, including all aspects of their anatomy, behavior, develop-
ment, ecology, evolution, genetics, nutrition, physiology, reproduction, system-
atic, conservation, husbandry, and use in biomedical research. The ASP holds an
annual meeting, sponsors the American Journal of Primatology, and publishes
the ASP Bulletin quarterly. Any person engaged in scientific pnmatology or
interested in supporting the goals of the society may apply for membership.
Membership and information about the International Primatological Society can
be obtained from ASP.
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), 1931 North Meacham
Road, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360 (phone: 800-248-2862; fax: 708-
925-1329; URL: http://www.avma.org/).
AVMA is the major national organization of veterinarians. Its objective is to
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advance the science and art of veterinary medicine, including its relationship to
public health and agriculture. AVMA is the recognized accrediting agency for
schools and colleges of veterinary medicine. It promotes specialization in veten-
nary medicine through the formal recognition of specialty-certifying organiza-
tions, including the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine. The
AVMA Committee on Animal Technician Activities and Training accredits 2-
year programs in animal technology at institutions of higher learning throughout
the United States. A list of accredited programs and a summary of individual state
laws and regulations relative to veterinarians and animal technicians are available
from AVMA.
Animal Welfare Information Center (AWIC), National Agncultural Library,
5th floor, Beltsville, MD 20705-2351 (phone: 301 -504-6212; fax: 301 -50˘7125;
e-mail: awic(3:nal.usda.gov; URL: http://netvet.wustl.edu/awic.htm or http://
www.nalusda.gov).
AWIC, at the National Agricultural Library, was established by the 1985
amendments to the Animal Welfare Act. It provides information on employee
training, improved methods of experimentation (including alternatives), and ani-
mal-care and animal-use topics through the production of bibliographies, work-
shops, resource guides, and The Anirnal Welfare Information Center Newsletter.
AWIC services are geared toward those who must comply with the Animal
Welfare Act, such as researchers, veterinarians, exhibitors, and dealers. Publica-
tions and additional information are available from AWIC.
Animal Welfare Institute (AWI), P.O. Box 3650, Washington, DC 20007
(phone: 202-337-2332; fax: 202-338-9478; e-mail: awi@igc.apc.org).
AWI is a nonprofit educational org~izabon dedicated to reducing the pain
and fear inflicted on animals by humans. Since its founding in 1951, AWI has
promoted humane treatment of laboratory animals, emphasizing the importance
of socialization, exercise, and environmental enhancement. The institute supports
the "3 R's": replacement of experimental animals with alternatives, refinement to
reduce animal pain and suffering, and reduction in the numbers of animals used.
Educational material published by AWI includes the AWI Quarterly, Comfort-
able Quarters for Laboratory Animals, Beyond the Laboratory Door, and Ani-
mals and Their Legal Rights and is available free to scientific institutions and
libraries and at cost to others. The institute welcomes correspondence and discus-
sion with scientists, technicians, and IACUC members on improving the lives of
laboratory animals.
Association of Primate Veterinarians (APV), Dr. Dan Dalgard, Secretary,
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Corning Hazleton, 9200 Leesburg Turnpike, Vienna, VA 22162-1699 (phone:
703-893-5400 ext. 5390, fax: 703-759-6947).
APV is a nonprofit organization whose missions are to promote the dissemi-
nation of information related to the health, care, and welfare of nonhuman pri-
mates and to provide a mechanism by which primate veterinarians can speak
collectively on matters regarding nonhuman primates. The organization devel-
oped after an initial workshop on the clinical care of nonhuman primates held in
1973 at the National institutes of Health. Six years later, bylaws were adopted to
formalize the missions and operation of the group. Members of APV are veteri-
narians who are concerned with the health, care, and welfare of nonhuman pri-
mates. The association meets annually, publishes a quarterly newsletter, and
contributes to other scholarly and regulatory efforts and issues concerning non-
human primates.
Australia and New Zealand Council for the Care of Animals in Research
and Teaching (ANZCCART): ANZCCART Australia, The Executive Officer,
PO Box 19, Glen Osmond. South Australia 5064, (phone: +61-8-303-7393; fax:
+61-8-303-7113; e-mail: anzccart@waite.adelaide.edu.au; URL: http://www.
adelaide.edu.au/ANZCCART/); ANZCCART New Zealand, The Executive Of-
ficer, C/- The Royal Society of New Zealand, PO Box 598, Wellington, New
Zealand (phone: +64-4-472 7421; fax: +64-4-473 1841; e-mail:
anzccart@ rsnz. govt.nz; URL: http :llwww. adelai de. edu. au/ANZCCARTf).
ANZCCART was established in 1987 in response to concerns in both the
scientific and the wider communities about the use of animals in research and
teaching. ANZCCART is an independent body that has been developed to pro-
vide a national focus for these issues. Through its varied activities, ANZCCART
seeks to promote effective communication and cooperation between all those
concerned with the care and use of animals in research and teaching.
ANZCCART's missions are to promote excellence in the care of animals used in
research and teaching and thereby minimize their discomfort, to ensure that the
outcomes of the scientific uses of animals are worthwhile, and to foster informed
and responsible discussion and debate within the scientific and wider communi-
ties regarding the scientific uses of animals.
Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Medicine/L'Association
canadienne de la medecine des animaux de laboratoire (CALAM/ACMAL),
Dr. Brenda Cross, Secretary-Treasurer, 102 Animal Resources Centre, 120 Main-
tenance Road, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Canada
S7N SC4.
CALAM/ACMAL is a national organization of veterinarians with an interest
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in laboratory animal medicine. The association's missions are to advise interested
parties on all matters pertaining to laboratory animal medicine, to further the
education of its members, and to promote ethics and professionalism in the field.
The association is committed to the provision of appropriate veterinary care for
all animals used in research, teaching, or testing. The association publishes a
newsletter, Interface, four times a year.
Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Science/L'association
canadienne pour la technologie des animeaux laboratoire (CALAS/ACTAL),
Dr. Donald McKay, Executive Secretary, CW401 Biological Science Building,
Bioscience Animal Service, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
T6G 2E9 (phone: 403-492-5193; fax: 403-492-7257; e-mail: dmckay
@gpu.srv.ualberta.ca).
CALAS/ACTAL is composed of a multidisciplinary group of people and
institutions concerned with the care and use of laboratory animals in research,
teaching, and testing. The aims of the association are to advance the knowledge,
skills, and status of those who care for and use laboratory animals; to improve the
standards of animal care and research; and to provide a forum for the exchange
and dissemination of knowledge regarding animal care and research. CALAS/
ACTAL maintains a Registry for Laboratory Animal Technicians, publishes a
newsletter six times a year, and hosts an annual national convention.
Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC), Constitution Square, Tower II,
315-350 Albert, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada KIR lB1 (phone: 613-238-4031; fax:
613-238-2837; e-mail: ccac@carleton.ca).
CCAC, founded in 1968 under the aegis of the Association of Universities
and Colleges of Canada, became an independently incorporated, autonomous
organization in 1982. Through its development of guidelines, assessment visits,
and educational/consultation programs, the CCAC is the main advisory and re-
view agency for the use of animals in Canadian science. Compliance with CCAC
guidelines. published in two volumes, is a requirement for the receipt of grants or
contracts. CCAC is currently funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering
Council of Canada, the Medical Research Council of Canada, and some federal
departments.
Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing (CAAT), Johns Hopkins Univer-
sity, 111 Market Place, Suite 840, Baltimore, MD 21202-6709 (phone: 410-223-
1693; fax: 410-223-1603; e-mail: caat@jhuhyg.sphjhu.edu; URL: http:l/
infonet.welch jhu.edu/~caat/).
CAAT was founded in 1981 to develop alternatives to the use of whole
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animals for product development and safety testing. Although CAAT's mission
focuses primarily on the development of alternatives for testing, the center also
works with organizations seeking to implement the 3 R's in research and educa-
tion. These organizations are throughout the world, primarily in North America,
Europe, Australia, and Japan.
CAAT is an academic research center based in the School of Hygiene and
Public Health at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, whose programs encom-
pass laboratory research, education/information, and validation of alternative
methods.
CAAT's primary outreach to scientific and lay audiences its newsletter,
which is published three times a year. A newsletter for middle-school students,
CAATALYST, is published three times a year.
Center for Animals and Public Policy, Tufts University, School of Vetennary
Medicine, 200 Westboro Road, N. Grafton, MA 01536 (phone: 508-839-7991;
fax: 508-839-2953; e-mail: dpease@opal.tufts.edu).
The center is a unit of Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine that deals with all
aspects of human-animal interactions. The center publishes two newsletters (The
Animal Policy Report, quarterly; The Alternatives Report, bimonthly) and other
reports and related items, including The Animal Research Controversy, a 200-
page report that includes an appendix on the animal-protection movement. The
center also has established an MS program in animals and public policy, a l-year
program directed at persons with a graduate degree or equivalent life experience.
Foundation for Biomedical Research (FBR), 818 Connecticut Avenue, NW,
Suite 303, Washington, DC 20006 (phone: 202-457-0654; fax 202-457-0659; e-
mail: nabr-fbr@access.digex.net; URL: http://www.fiesta.com/fbr).
FBR is a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to promoting public
understanding and support of the ethical use of animals in medical research. The
Foundation has a wide range of educational materials available for students as
well as the general public, including brochures, booklets, videotapes, speaker's
hits, posters, and is a source of information on education and training materials
related to laboratory animal science. FRB hosts press events and assists members
of the media in locating researchers to address issues regarding animal research.
The Humane Society of the United States (HSIUS), 2100 L Street, NW, Wash-
ington, DC 20037 (phone: 202-452-1100; fax: 301-258-3082; e-mail:
HSUSLAB @ix.netcom.com).
HSUS is the nation's largest animal-protection organization. The society is
active on a wide variety of humane issues, including those affecting wildlife,
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companion animals, and animals in laboratories and on farms. HSUS publishes a
quarterly magazine (The HSUS News), a newsletter (The Animal Activist Alert),
and a variety of reports, brochures, and other advocacy materials. The society
works actively on issues involving the use of animals in research, safety testing,
and education. This work is spearheaded by the HSUS Animal Research Issues
Section, with the aid of a Scientific Advisory Council. The aims of this research
are to promote the 3 R's of replacement, reduction, and refinement; strong regu-
lations and their enforcement; openness and accountability among research insti-
tutions; and an end to egregious mistreatment of animals. HSUS pursues these
aims through educational, legislative, legal, and investigative means. Staff are
available to give presentations and write articles on these topics.
Institute of Laboratory Animal Resources (ILAR), National Research Coun-
cil, National Academy of Sciences, 2101 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington,
DC 20418 (phone: 202-334-2590; fax: 202-334-1687; e-mail: ILAR@nas.edu;
ILAR Journal e-mail: ILARJ@nas.edu; URL: http://www2.nas.edu/ilarhome).
ILAR develops guidelines and disseminates infommation on the scientific,
technologic, and ethical use of animals and related biologic resources in research,
testing, and education. ILAR promotes high-quality, humane care of animals and
the appropriate use of animals and alternatives. ILAR functions within the mis-
sion of the National Academy of Sciences as an adviser to the federal govem-
ment, the biomedical research community, and the public. ILAR Journal is pub-
lished quarterly and is distributed to scientists, biomedical administrators, medical
libraries, and students.
International Council for Laboratory Animal Science (ICLAS), Dr. Steven
Pakes, Secretary General, Division of Comparative Medicine, University of Texas
Southwestenn Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX (phone:
214-648-3340; fax: 214-648-2659; e-mail: spakes@mednet.swmed.edu).
ICLAS is an international nongovernment scientific organization that was
founded in 1961 under the auspices of UNESCO and several scientific unions.
The aims of ICLAS are to promote and coordinate the development of laboratory
animal science throughout the world, to promote international collaboration in
laboratory animal science, to promote the definition and monitoring of quality
laboratory animals, to collect and disseminate infommation on laboratory animal
science, and to promote the humane use of animals in research, testing, and
teaching through recognition of ethical principles and scientific responsibilities.
ICLAS has programs addressing microbiologic and genetic monitoring and
standardization, assisting developing countries in pursuing their objectives in
improving the care and use of laboratory animals, and improving education and
training in laboratory animal science. ICLAS accomplishes its goals through
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regional scientific meetings, an international scientific meeting held every 4 years,
the dissemination of information, and expert consultation with those requesting
assistance.
ICLAS membership is composed of national members, scientific union mem-
bers, scientific members, and associate members. The Governing Board is re-
sponsible for implementing the general policy of ICLAS and is elected by the
General Assembly every 4 years.
Laboratory Animal Management Association (LAMA), Mr. Paul Schwikert,
Past-President. P.O. Box 1744, Silver Spring, MD 20915 (phone: 313-577-1418;
fax: 313-577-5890).
LAMA is a nonprofit educational organization. Membership includes indi-
viduals and institutions involved in laboratory animal management, medicine,
and science. The mission of the association, founded in 1984, is to "enhance the
quality of management and care of laboratory animals throughout the world."
The objectives of LAMA include promoting the dissemination of ideas. expen-
ences, and knowledge in the management of laboratory animals, encouraging
continued education, acting as a spokesperson for the field of laboratory animal
management, and assisting in the training of managers. The organization con-
ducts a midyear forum on management issues and topics of interest to the general
membership and an annual meeting in conjunction with the American Associa-
tion of Laboratory Animals Science national meeting. LAMA Review is a quar-
terly journal on management issues published by the organization, and LAMA
Lines is a bimonthly newsletter on topics of general interest to the membership.
Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals/American
Humane Education Society (MSPCA/AHES), 350 South Huntington Avenue,
Boston, MA 02130 (phone: 617-522-7400; fax: 617-522-4885).
The Center for Laboratory Animal Welfare at MSPCA/AHES was formed in
1992 to bring thoughtful analysis to the complex issues surrounding the use of
animals in research, testing, and education. Its work involves researching issues
related to the welfare of laboratory animals, creating educational materials, and
developing programs on issues of interest to the public.
Founded in 1868, MSPCA/AHES is one of the largest animal-protection
organizations in the world. It operates three animal hospitals, seven animal shel-
ters, and a statewide law-enforcement program in Massachusetts. It is widely
recognized for national leadership in humane education, publications, legislative
issues, and veterinary medicine.
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National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR), 818 Connecticut Av-
enue, NW, Suite 303, Washington, DC 20006 (phone: 202-857-0540; fax 202-
659-1902; e-mail: nabr-fbr@access.digex.net; URL: http://www.fiesta.com/nabr).
NABR is a nonprofit organization of 350 institutional members from both
academia and industry whose mission is to advocate public policy that recognizes
the vital role of laboratory animals in research, education, and safety testing.
NABR is a source of information concerning existing and proposed animal wel-
fare legislation and regulations at the national, state, and local level.
Office for Protection from Research Risks (OPRR), National institutes of
Health, 6100 Executive Blvd., Suite 3BOI, Rockville, MD 20892 (phone: 301-
496-7163; fax: 301-402-2803).
The Division of Animal Welfare of OPRR fulfills responsibilities set forth in
the Public Health Service (PHS) Act. These include developing and monitoring,
as well as exercising compliance oversight relative to, the PHS Policy on Hu-
mane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals (Policy), which applies to animals
involved in research conducted or supported by any component of PHS; estab-
lishing criteria for and negotiation of assurances of compliance with institutions
engaged in PHS-conducted or PHS-supported research using animals; directing
the development and implementation of educational and instructional programs
with respect to the use of animals in research; and evaluating the effectiveness of
PHS policies and programs for the humane care and use of laboratory animals.
Primate information Center, Regional Primate Research Center SJ-50, Univer-
sity of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195 (phone: 206-543-4376; fax: 206-865-
0305).
The Primate Information Center's goal is to provide bibliographic access to
all scientific literature on nonhuman primates for the research and educational
communities. Coverage spans all publication categories (articles, books, abstracts,
technical reports, dissertations, book chapters, etc.) and many subjects (behavior,
colony management, ecology, reproduction, field studies, disease models, veteri-
nary science, pharmacology, physiology, evolution, taxonomy, genetics, zooge-
ography, etc.). A comprehensive computerized database is maintained and used
to publish a variety of bibliographic products to fulfill this mission. The collec-
tion of materials on primate research is fairly comprehensive. However, the cen-
ter is an indexing service and not a library, so materials generally do not circulate.
It will make individually negotiated exceptions for items that researchers are not
able to acquire otherwise.
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Primate Supply Information Clearinghouse (PSIC), Cathy A. Johnson-Delany,
Director, Regional Primate Research Center, SJ-50 University of Washington,
Seattle, WA 98195 (phone: 206-543-5178; fax: 206-685-0305; e-mail:
cathydj @bart.rprc.washington.edu).
The goal of PSIC is to provide communication between research institutions,
zoologic parks, and domestic breeding colonies for the efficient sharing of non-
human primates and their tissues, equipment, and services. PSIC also publishes
New Listings and the Annual Resource Guide.
Purina Mills, Inc., 505 North 4th and D Street, Richmond, IN 47374.
Purina Mills, Inc. offers a correspondence course, called Laboratory Animal
Care Course, for everyone working with small animals. The course includes the
following six lessons: introduction to laboratory animals; management of labora-
tory animals, housing, equipment, and handling; disease and control; glossary;
and housing supplements and miscellaneous.
Scientists Center for Animal Welfare (SCAW), 7833 Walker Drive, Suite 340,
Greenbelt, MD 20770 (phone: 301-345-3500, fax: 301-345-3503).
SCAW is an independent organization supported by individuals and institu-
tions involved in research with animals and concerned about maintaining the
highest standards of humane care. SCAW publishes resource materials, organizes
conferences, and supports a wide variety of educational activities.
Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW),8 Hamilton Close, South
Mimms, Potters Bar, Herts EN6 3QD, United Kingdom (phone: 44-707-58202;
fax: 44-707-49279).
UFAW was founded in 1926 as the University of London Animal Welfare
Society (IULAWS). Its work expanded, and in order to allow a wider member-
ship, UFAW was formed in 1938 with ULAWS as its first branch. UFAW pub-
lishes the UFAWHandbook on the Care and Management of Laboratory Animals
and other publications.
United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspec-
tion Service, Regulatory Enforcement of Animal Care (REAC), 4700 River
Road, Unit 84, Riverdale, MD 20737-1234 (phone: 301-734-4981; fax: 301-734-
4328; e-mail: sstith@aphis.usda.gov).
The missions of the Animal Care Program are to provide leadership in estab-
lishing acceptable standards of humane animal care and treatment and to monitor
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and achieve compliance through inspections and educational and cooperative
efforts. Copies of the Animal Welfare Regulations and the Animal Welfare Act
are available from REAC.
Wisconsin Regional Primate Research Center (WRPRC) Library, University
of Wisconsin, 1220 Capitol Court, Madison, WI 53715-1299 (phone: 608-263-
3512; fax: 608-263-4031; e-mail: library@primate.wisc.edu; URL: http://
www.primate.wisc.edu/WRPRC).
The library supports research programs of WRPRC and aids in the dissemi-
nation of information about nonhuman primates to the scientific community.
Books, penodicals, newsletters, and other documents in all languages related to
prirnatology are included. Special collections include rare books and audiovisual
materials.
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c
Some Federal Laws Relevant to
Animal Care and Use
ANIMAL WELFARE
The Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (P.L. 89-544)—as amended by the Animal
Welfare Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-579); 1976 Amendments to the Animal Welfare
Act (P.L. 94-279); the Food Security Act of 1985 (P.L 99-198), Subtitle F (Ani-
mal Welfare File Name: PL99198); and the Food and Agriculture Conservation
and Trade Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-624), Section 2503, Protection of Pets (File
Name: PL101624)—contains provisions to prevent the sale or use of animals that
have been stolen, to prohibit animal-fighting ventures, and to ensure that animals
used in research, for exhibition, or as pets receive humane care and treatment.
The law provides for regulating the transport, purchase, sale, housing, care, han-
dling, and treatment of such animals.
Regulatory authority under the Animal Welfare Act is vested in the secretary
of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and implemented by USDA's
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Rules and regulations
pertaining to implementation are published in the Code of Federal Regulations,
Title 9 (Animals and Animal Products), Chapter 1, Subchapter A (Animal Wel-
fare). Available from: Regulatory Enforcement and Animal Care, APHIS, USDA,
Unit 85, 4700 River Road, Riverdale, MD 20737-1234. File Name 9CFR93.
ENDANGERED SPECIES
The Endangered Species Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-205; 87 Statute 884) became
effective on December 28, 1973, supplanting the Endangered Species Conserva-
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Representative terms from entire chapter:
laboratory animals
