Description of enrichment systems designed to encourage natural behavior and reduce stress in research swine.
Description of experimental heart failure models used to evaluate therapies and disease mechanisms.
Anatomical landmarks and procedural methods for bone marrow collection or administration via intraosseous access.
Examination of natural pig behaviors, social structures, and enrichment strategies that improve animal welfare and ...
Practical guidance on anesthetic protocols, intubation techniques, physiologic monitoring, and pain management ...
Overview of pharmacologic and toxicologic testing strategies using swine models.
Monitoring, supportive care, and complication prevention during the perioperative period in swine studies.
It is important to acclimate the animals to the facility and to personnel before they are placed on chronic ...
Methods for assessing pain, designing analgesic protocols, and interpreting behavioral pain indicators in pigs.
Guidelines for receiving, housing, and acclimating miniature swine when they arrive at research facilities.