Nonhuman Primate

L-tryptophan and correlates of self-injurious behavior in small-eared bushbabies (Otolemur garnettii)

Self-injurious behavior (SIB) among captive primates is a recurring problem for those who manage such facilities. Its prevalence highlights the need for research evaluating the effectiveness of potential treatment approaches. In the present study, 4 wk of dietary supplementation with...

Year Published: 2009Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Watson, S. L., McCoy, J. G., Fontenot, M. B. et al. 2009. L-tryptophan and correlates of self-injurious behavior insmall-eared bushbabies (Otolemur garnettii) . Journal of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science [Contemporary Topics in Laboratory Animal Science] 48(2), 185-191.

Refinements in husbandry, care and common procedures for non-human primates: Ninths report of the BVAAWF/FRAME/RSPCA/UFAW Joint Working Group on Refinement

Valuable resource to help understand the physical, social and behavioral characteristics and needs of nonhuman primate. Main topics include: (1) Understanding primates as a basis for refinement; (2) Refinements in housing and husbandry; (3) Nutrition, feeding and enrichment; (4) Refinement...

Year Published: 2009Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Jennings, M., Prescott, M. J. e. 2009. Refinements in husbandry, care and common procedures for non-human primates: Ninths report of the BVAAWF/FRAME/RSPCA/UFAW Joint Working Group on Refinement. Laboratory Animals Supplement, 1-47.

Floating limb behaviors and self-biting are associated in laboratory monkeys

Early descriptions of floating limb behaviors in monkeys were associated with isolation rearing, a practice that ended more than two decades ago. The present authors named various forms of behaviors in which a leg is elevated for no apparent reason:...

Year Published: 2010Topics: Abnormal/Problematic BehaviorAnimal Type: Baboon, Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Bentson, K. L., Crockett, C. M., Wahl, K. L. et al. 2010. Floating limb behaviors and self-biting are associated in laboratory monkeys. American Journal of Primatology 72(8), 725-733.

Multidimensional cost-benefit analysis to guide evidence-based environmental enrichment: Providing bedding and foraging substrate to pen-housed monkeys

Refinement of animal care and housing is an important shared goal - and challenge - of the team of research, veterinary, and animal care personnel charged with ensuring the wellbeing of laboratory animals. This study addresses 2 issues central to...

Year Published: 2010Topics: Environmental Enrichment, Husbandry & ManagementAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Bennett, A. J., Corcoran, C. A., Hardy, V. A. et al. 2010. Multidimensional cost-benefit analysis to guide evidence-based environmental enrichment: Providing bedding and foraging substrate to pen-housed monkeys. JAALAS 49(5), 571-577.

Retrospective assessment of pair formation in laboratory rhesus macaques: Refining partner selection

Isosexual pairings of caged adult rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) at the Tulane National Primate Research Center are documented in detail. Data deriving from 186 introductions were used to explore variables that may be considered when selecting singly housed individuals to...

Year Published: 2010Topics: Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Baker, K. C. 2010. Retrospective assessment of pair formation in laboratory rhesus macaques: Refining partner selection. American Journal of Primatology 72(S1), 26-27. (33rd Meeting of the American Society of Primatologists Scientific Program, Abstract #4)

Positive reinforcement training as enrichment for singly housed rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta)

Positive reinforcement training is one component of behavioural management employed to improve psychological well-being. There has been regulatory promotion to compensate for restricted social housing in part by providing human interaction to singly caged primates, implying an efficacy standard for...

Year Published: 2010Topics: Animal Training, Environmental Enrichment, Human-Animal InteractionAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Baker, K. C., Bloomsmith, M. A., Neu, K. et al. 2010. Positive reinforcement training as enrichment for singly housed rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta). Animal Welfare 19(3), 307-313.

Reporting the implementation of the three Rs in European primate and mouse research papers: Are we making progress? Alternatives to Laboratory Animals 38(6), 495-517

It is now more than 20 years since both Council of Europe Convention ETS123 and EU Directive 86/609/EEC were introduced, to promote the implementation of the Three Rs in animal experimentation and to provide guidance on animal housing and care....

Year Published: 2010Topics: Regulations & Ethical ReviewAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Mouse, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Rodent, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Taylor K. 2010. Reporting the implementation of the three Rs in European primate and mouse research papers: Are we making progress? Alternatives to Laboratory Animals 38(6), 495-517.

Pair-formation in laboratory rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta): a retrospective assessment in compatibility testing procedure

Pair housing is widely regarded as one of the most effective methods of ensuring that the psychological and social needs of laboratory primates are met. Potential obstacles of pair housing include risk of fighting and injury, along with a lack...

Year Published: 2009Topics: Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: West A, Leland S, Collins M, et al. 2009. Pair-formation in laboratory rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta): a retrospective assessment in compatibility testing procedure. Am J Primatol. 71 (Suppl. 1);41.

Comparison of introduction strategies: gradual vs protected contact in macaques

Socialization for laboratory-housed macaques (Macaca mulatta and M. fascicularis) is important for welfare and can be challenging. Many methods are used to establish socialization in captivity including gradual socialization and protected contact. The gradual socialization method, an established method at...

Year Published: 2009Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Sullivan J, Schultz K, Goecks N, et al. 2009. Comparison of introduction strategies: gradual vs protected contact in macaques. Am J Primatol. 71(Suppl. 1);33.

Rate of self-injurious behavior in buspirone-treated rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) across different levels of human activity in the environment

This study examined the effectiveness of an anxiolytic drug, buspirone, in rhesus macaques with a history of self-injurious behavior. ... However, self-biting was more prevalent during periods of high activity. Treatment with buspirone was not associated with decreased time in...

Year Published: 2010Topics: Abnormal/Problematic BehaviorAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Coble, D. C., Martin, A. L., Perlman, J. E. et al. 2010. Rate of self-injurious behavior in buspirone-treated rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) across different levels of human activity in the environment. American Journal of Primatology 72(S1), 27-28. (33rd Meeting of the American Society of Primatologists Scientific Program, Abstract #7)