f6098d8b__and_Use_of_Laboratory_Animals__Comments
[ID] 321 [Entry Date] 04/21/2011 at 09:34:51 AM [Affiliation] Self [Comments] 
Comment 1: The new restrictions and costs associated with adopting the new Guide will impose upon significant additional burdens on researchers. As far as I can see, there are no data to indicate the Guide needs changing. It is not clear what problems the changes are trying to remedy. There is no empirical justifications that the additional measures and restrictions will result in a significant improvement in animal welfare. Finally, the additional costs and paperwork are unduly burdensome, especially for institutions that have limited funds.
Listing of Public Comments on Proposed Adoption and Implementation of the Eighth Edition of the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals