ABSTRACT
Safely transferring animals from cage to cage or cage to work area is the first task you need to perform effectively when working with rodents. The following demonstration shows you how to transfer mice from a shoebox cage to a tabletop. Watch closely as the technician picks up the mouse by the base of the tail. This is the best method to prevent the possibility of stripping the skin off the tail of the mouse.
Voice-Over: Safely transferring animals from cage to cage or cage to work areas is the first task you need to perform effectively when working with rodents. Watch closely as the technician picks up the mouse by the base of the tail. This is the best method to prevent the possibility of stripping the skin off the tail of the mouse. Be sure to place the mouse back on its feet as soon as possible.
