An archive of AWIC Web pages and publication Spotlights previously featured on our Home page.
Spotlights
Dogs - Canine Models in Biomedical Research, 1990-2009
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
An adjunct resource to the previously published Information Resources on the Care and Welfare of Dogs, March 2008 publication. It is intended for basic researchers, biomedical researchers, veterinarians, and technicians, that wish to explore the scientific published literature on canines used as models of human disease, testing of new medical technologies, drug screening, and basic science discovery.
GAO Report: Horse Welfare - Domestic Slaughter, 2011 (PDF | 3.5MB)
Government Accountability Office.
Congress directed GAO to examine horse welfare since cessation of domestic slaughter in 2007. The study was completed and published June 22, 2011. Highlights Page (PDF | 73.7KB) Full Report (PDF | 3.5MB) Recommendations (HTML).
Birds: Quails, Pheasants, Finches, Ostriches, Doves, Parrots, & Others, 2008
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and related to the housing, husbandry, health and welfare of birds.
Big Cats, 2009
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
This bibliography pertain to the health, care and housing of big cats. This information will be of use to research facilities, zoos, circuses and conservation programs to assist them in the care, breeding, husbandry and conservation of these beautiful animals.
Ferrets, 2006
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
Provides a comprehensive view of the literature published on the care, housing, health, welfare, etc. of ferrets.
Elephants, 2010
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
The references in this publication are concerned with captive animals and their care, behavior, health, handling and bodily functions. A list of selected elephant web sites is also provided.
Cats, 2007
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and Web site resources related to the housing, husbandry, health and welfare of cats.
Zebrafish, 2010 (PDF | 8.55MB)
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and Web site resources related to the housing, husbandry, health, welfare of zebrafish and its use as a biomedical model.
7th World Congress on Alternatives & Animal Use in the Life Sciences
The 7th World Congress on Alternatives & Animal Use in the Life Sciences: Calling on Science will take place in Rome, Italy August 20-September 3, 2009.
Rodents, 2006
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
This information resource was developed to help researchers provide better conditions for their animals and their research, and to assist in complying with the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act.
Dogs, 2008
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and Web site resources related to the housing, husbandry, health and welfare of dogs.
Ferrets, 2006
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
This publication updates Information Resources on Ferrets, 1991-2002 and involves a search multiple databases for the time period 2003-2006. The publication is broken into 26 different subject groups for easier searching and includes items for domestic ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) and black-footed ferrets (Mustela nigripes). Some of the references may be listed in more than one group depending on the topics addressed in the article. Selected Web sites are included in a separate chapter.
Housing, Husbandry, Care & Welfare of Selected Birds (Quail, Pheasant, Finches, Ostrich, Dove, Parrot & Others)
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
This bibliography contains citations that pertain basically to wild/exotic birds and those used in research.
Meeting the Information Requirements of the Animal Welfare Act
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A one and half day workshop for individuals who are responsible for providing information to meet the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act.
CAST Food-Animal Agriculture Symposium (PDF | 24.5MB)
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST).
Sustaining Animal Agriculture: Balancing Bioethical, Economic, and Social Issues -- Recognizing the fact that food-animal agriculture is rapidly evolving through inputs from diverse sectors, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed and hosted a symposium for discussion of these issues. Titled Sustaining Animal Agriculture: Balancing Bioethical, Economic, and Social Issues, the meeting was held on June 8 - 10, 2010 at the Jefferson Auditorium, South Agriculture Building, Washington, D. C.
GAO Report: USDA's Oversight of Dealers of Random Source Dogs and Cats
Government Accountability Office.
The September 2010 results and recommendations from a GAO study of USDA's oversight of Class B dealers, suggesting that the oversight would benefit from additional management information and analysis.
GAO Report: USDA's Oversight of Dealers of Random Source Dogs and Cats
Government Accountability Office.
Results and recommendations from a GAO study of USDA's oversight of Class B dealers.
GAO Report: Live Animal Imports. Agencies Need Better Collaboration to Reduce the Risk of Animal-Related Diseases. (PDF | 1.68MB)
Government Accountability Office.
GAO recommends that the Secretaries of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, and the Interior develop a strategy to address barriers to agency collaboration that may allow potentially risky imported animals into the United States and jointly determine data needs to effectively oversee imported animals. In commenting on a draft of this report, the Departments of Agriculture, Interior and Homeland Security generally agreed with GAO's findings and recommendations. The Department of Health and Human Services provided technical comments only.
GAO Report: Live Animal Imports. Agencies Need Better Collaboration to Reduce the Risk of Animal-Related Diseases. (PDF | 1.68MB)
Government Accountability Office.
GAO recommends that the Secretaries of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, and the Interior develop a strategy to address barriers to agency collaboration that may allow potentially risky imported animals into the United States and jointly determine data needs to effectively oversee imported animals. In commenting on a draft of this report, the Departments of Agriculture, Interior and Homeland Security generally agreed with GAO's findings and recommendations. The Department of Health and Human Services provided technical comments only.
Pet Food Regulation
US Food and Drug Administration.
The FDA regulates the can of cat food, bag of dog food, or box of dog treats or snacks in your pantry. Learn about recalls and how to report a complaint.
CAST Food-Animal Agriculture Symposium (PDF | 24.5MB)
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST).
Sustaining Animal Agriculture: Balancing Bioethical, Economic, and Social Issues--Recognizing the fact that food-animal agriculture is rapidly evolving through inputs from diverse sectors, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed and hosted a symposium for discussion of these issues. Titled Sustaining Animal Agriculture: Balancing Bioethical, Economic, and Social Issues, the meeting was held on June 8 - 10, 2010 at the Jefferson Auditorium, South Agriculture Building, Washington, D. C.
Horses, 2006
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and Web site resources related to the housing, husbandry and welfare of horses.
ICCVAM Recommendations to Provide for More Humane Eye Safety Testing (PDF | 149KB)
Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM)
Four test method evaluation reports are now available that provide recommendations for performing eye safety testing more humanely and for developing and using non-animal test methods and strategies.
Spaying and Neutering Cats, Dogs and Related Wildlife, 2009
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
Provides a comprehensive view of the literature published on the broad topic of spaying and neutering cats and dogs.
West Nile Virus, 2007
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography and Web site resources related to the West Nile virus.
Reptiles, 2008
USDA. NAL. Animal Welfare Information Center.
A bibliography related to the husbandry, health and welfare of reptiles.