REPORTING DEFICIENCIES IN ANIMAL CARE (cont)
All research procedures must be covered and approved by the IACUC before a study is initiated. If you are concerned that an animal is experiencing unnecessary or excessive pain during or following an experimental procedure - discuss it with the principal investigator. If the response is not satisfactory or if the response is delayed then the situation should be reported to the veterinarian or the Chairperson of the IACUC.
Fortunately the problem of sadistic or cruel behavior toward animals in research facilities is very rare. If this occurs it should be reported immediately to the offender's supervisor, the veterinarian or the Chairperson of the IACUC.