ABSTRACT
Good husbandry is imperative for the optimal performance of mice in research, education, or testing. It involves attention to all aspects of the animals’ environment, including both the macroenvironment (the room, cubicle, etc. in which the cage is kept) and the microenvironment (the cage itself). It also involves attention to sanitation, nutrition, and transportation of animals into and out of the facility. For many facilities, knowledge of breeding systems is essential, as is a program of genetic quality control. Accurate identification of mice and carefully maintained records are vital for all facilities.
