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CRITTER: A database for managing research animals.

V W Lees, C Lukey, R Orr

    The Canadian Veterinary Journal = La Revue Veterinaire Canadienne
    |January 1, 1993
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    CRITTER is a customizable computer database for managing research animals and their health surveillance data. This program efficiently tracks individual animals and historical records, aiding research institutions.

    Area of Science:

    • Animal research management
    • Health surveillance systems
    • Database programming

    Background:

    • Effective management of research animal colonies is crucial for scientific integrity.
    • Institutions often require robust systems for health surveillance, such as specific pathogen-free (SPF) schemes.
    • Existing methods may lack flexibility for diverse institutional needs and protocols.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce CRITTER, a novel computer database program designed for comprehensive research animal management.
    • To provide a flexible tool for institutions operating health surveillance plans.
    • To enhance the tracking of individual animals, their locations, and historical data.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a menu-driven database program named CRITTER.

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  • Utilizing a runtime version of Paradox for operation on IBM compatible computers.
  • Designing the program for customization to accommodate various species, test results, and institutional protocols.

    • Main Results:

    • CRITTER enables detailed record-keeping of individual research animals, including current inventory and location.
    • The program effectively stores historical data for animals removed from the colony.
    • Flexible reporting options include standard summaries and custom query generation.

    Conclusions:

    • CRITTER offers a versatile solution for managing research animal colonies and associated health surveillance data.
    • The program's adaptability makes it suitable for diverse research institutions and their specific management protocols.
    • CRITTER has the potential for modification to support broader area health surveillance programs.