Are the sheep well cared for and treated humanely?
Yes. OHSU and OSU follow all levels of animal care regulations including the Animal Welfare Act and the National Institutes of Health guidelines for the care and use of animals. Both institutions receive periodic, unannounced inspections by the USDA and are in good standing with the USDA in regards to the care of animals. Moreover, all of the research protocols are reviewed and approved by each institution’s federally-mandated animal care and use committee before being conducted.
