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  • Laboratory Animal Science

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  • Behavioral management programs are common for research dogs and primates.
  • Consideration for these programs is rarely expanded to all research species.

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  • To describe the evolution of research animal welfare considerations.
  • To define a universal, umbrella-based model for behavioral management programs applicable to all research species.
  • To emphasize the importance of regular welfare assessments for program efficacy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on the evolution of animal welfare considerations.
  • Development of an umbrella-based model for behavioral management programs.
  • Emphasis on integrating regular welfare assessments.

Main Results:

  • An umbrella model for behavioral management programs has been defined.
  • The model is designed for universal application across all research species.
  • The necessity of continuous welfare assessment for program optimization is highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive, species-inclusive behavioral management program is essential.
  • Implementing an umbrella model promotes animal welfare and enhances scientific data quality.
  • Regular welfare assessments are critical for adaptive program management.