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Front Matter (R1-R12)

Introduction (1-7)

1 Institutional Policies and Responsibilities (8-20)

2 Animal Environment, Housing, and Management (21-55)

3 Veterinary Medical Care (56-70)

4 Physical Plant (71-80)

Appendix A: Selected Bibliography (81-101)

Appendix B: Selected Organizations Related to Laboratory Animal Science (102-113)

Appendix C: Some Federal Laws Relevant to Animal Care and Use (114-115)

Appendix D: Public Health Service Policy and Government Principles Regarding the Care and Use of Animals (116-118)

Index (119-124)