Groot is a male Hamadryas baboon at the Oregon National Primate Research Center. His fingernails were becoming too long resulting in accidental injury to the delicate swellings of the females in his group. In order to prevent these injuries, and avoid unnecessary sedation for nail care, positive reinforcement…
Gus and Frank, like most dogs, enjoy interacting with each other. They live in the same enclosure and love to nap together. These dogs participated in a vaccine research study for a new dog vaccine.
Handling mice with cupped hands has been shown to reduce stress. Animals that are stress-free allow scientists to gather accurate and more reliable data during the research study.
Mice are social species, like to make nests and hide. Mice in research are housed with other mice and provided with tunnels and nesting material to ensure that they can carry out their natural behaviors. Tunnels can also be used to safely and comfortably pick up the mice.…
Animals needed for research are provided with an environment that allows them to engage in natural behaviors. Housing for rats provide the opportunity for climbing, foraging, standing on hind-limbs, gnawing and socializing. Optimal environments reduce stress and support overall health. In drug safety studies, where scientists assess how…
Play is more than just fun for dogs—it provides opportunities for exercise, exploration and social interaction. Enrichment programs for dogs in research can include toys, play structures, time with other dogs and positive interactions with caregivers. Providing different types of enrichment helps give dogs opportunities to express normal…
Exercise is an important part of maintaining a dog's physical and behavioral health. Dogs in research are provided opportunities for exercise appropriate for their individual needs. Time in larger spaces can also provide opportunities for exploration, play and social interaction - all important components of a comprehensive animal…
Humans aren't the only primates that can develop endometriosis. Rhesus macaques can naturally develop the disease, with many similarities to endometriosis in women. Because rhesus macaques also have menstrual cycles similar to ours, studying endometriosis in these animals can help scientists investigate how the disease develops and progresses…
Male and female Rock Doves (pigeons) in this research facility raise their babies together in a large, open, indoor aviary. The aviary includes perches, swings, water baths, nest bowls, and foraging opportunities to stimulate the birds' natural behaviors. Parents will hatch one to three squabs (baby pigeons) on…
Short-term strength training shows health gains even without weight loss.
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