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.

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

Laboratory animals, including hamsters and gerbils, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. The humane care and management of these animals is an ongoing concern. This guide was created especially for individuals performing research with laboratory hamsters and gerbils whose duties include animal facility management, animal husbandry, regulatory compliance, and technical procedures involved with their research. Basic information and common procedures are presented in detail. TOC:Important Biological Features.- Husbandry.- Management.- Veterinary Care.- Experimental Methodology.- Resources.- References.