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Drinking device for rhesus monkeys

J E Henningfield, R A Meisch

    Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Behavior
    |May 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Researchers developed a simple, reliable drinking device for rhesus monkeys, ideal for drug self-administration studies. This calibrated system minimizes fluid spillage and allows scheduled liquid access for research animals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Animal behavior research
    • Pharmacology
    • Primate research

    Background:

    • Accurate control of liquid availability is crucial for animal studies.
    • Existing methods may lack reliability or precise calibration for liquid dispensing.
    • Rhesus monkeys are common models in behavioral and pharmacological research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel, reliable drinking device for rhesus monkeys.
    • To enable precise, scheduled delivery of liquids in research settings.
    • To facilitate oral drug self-administration experiments.

    Main Methods:

    • Design and implementation of a simple, reliable drinking apparatus.
    • Calibration of fluid dispensing for accurate measurement.
    • Testing with unrestrained rhesus monkeys over an extended period.

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    Main Results:

    • The drinking device demonstrated simplicity and high reliability.
    • Precise calibration of dispensed fluid volume was achieved.
    • Minimal spillage was observed during operation.
    • Successful long-term use with multiple rhesus monkeys was confirmed.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed drinking device is a valuable tool for primate research.
    • It offers a reliable solution for controlled liquid delivery in behavioral experiments.
    • The system is particularly suitable for oral drug self-administration studies requiring calibrated fluid intake.