What is required for the use of smaller innovative enclosures for non-human primates?

What is required for the use of smaller innovative enclosures for non-human primates?

• A. May be used without IACUC approval.
• B. Must be approved by IACUC.
• C. Require only attending veterinarian approval.
• D. Are prohibited.

Answer: (B)

Changes in housing that could affect primate welfare require formal review. Using smaller innovative enclosures can alter space, enrichment, social interaction, safety, and stress levels, so they must be evaluated for animal welfare, risk, and humane treatment. The IACUC has to approve such a housing modification before it’s used, to ensure it meets standards and aligns with the institution’s animal care policies. The attending veterinarian provides input but cannot grant approval on its own. Therefore, these enclosures aren’t prohibited, but they do require IACUC approval prior to use.

Changes in housing that could affect primate welfare require formal review. Using smaller innovative enclosures can alter space, enrichment, social interaction, safety, and stress levels, so they must be evaluated for animal welfare, risk, and humane treatment. The IACUC has to approve such a housing modification before it’s used, to ensure it meets standards and aligns with the institution’s animal care policies. The attending veterinarian provides input but cannot grant approval on its own. Therefore, these enclosures aren’t prohibited, but they do require IACUC approval prior to use.