Do laboratory animals suffer pain?
The use of animals in research and testing is strictly controlled. Veterinarians and their staff are very involved in the care and treatment of laboratory animals. Their job is to ensure that the animals are given proper drugs to eliminate pain or discomfort. Researchers realize the use of animals is a privilege, and those animals that are helping us unlock the mysteries of disease, deserve our respect and the best possible care. Also, a healthy and well-treated animal will provide more reliable and valid scientific results.
