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This book provides information on the diseases and biology of the major species of laboratory animals used in biomedical research. It also covers the history of laboratory animal medicine, legislation affecting laboratory animals, experimental methods and techniques, design and management of animal facilities, zoonosis, biohazards, animal models, and health and genetic controls. This book has been widely used by veterinary students, laboratory animal veterinarians and investigators who use animals in their research.