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Webinar: Refined Methods of Handling Mice: Why & How to Make the Switch

Learn about TUNNEL Handling, an alternative technique to picking mice up by the tail. Research has shown that tunnel handling is less distressful and reduces anxiety.
This webinar will occur on November 18th, 9:00-10:30am PST via Zoom.

During this talk, participants will learn why and how to switch to non-aversive handling practices at their institutions.

Presentation provided by The North American 3Rs Collaborative (NA3RsC).

Dare 2 Care is hosting this webinar in partnership with the Office of Animal Welfare, and the Animal Use Training Program.

Get the Zoom meeting ID and more info on the Dare 2 Care page.

Using Paper Buckets

Paper Buckets do not need to be draped.

The policy has been updated and draping paper buckets is no longer required when transporting paper buckets outside of the animal facilities.

Do you need to obtain blood samples from mice?

We have a great solution.

Learn about Chin Bleed for Mice, an alternative technique to retro-orbital blood collection.

Researchers are not required to be certified to use the chin bleed technique.

As with all procedures and techniques, it must be specified in your approved protocol.