Rodent Breeding Colony Management
Instruction covers expectations around rodent reproductive cycles, breeding strategies, sexing and weaning, genotyping/identification, record-keeping, use of FLAGS, and health issues.
Target Audience
Laboratory personnel who will be working with rodent breeding colonies and are new to the laboratory animal science field, new to the MSU animal research community, or those seeking a refresher course on the topic.
Learning Objectives
Training will cover MSU expectations around breeding colony management, rodent reproductive cycles, breeding strategies, sexing and weaning, genotyping/identification, record keeping, use of FLAGS, identifying and addressing health issues.
Prerequisites
- Online course - Rodent Cage Notification with FLAGS
Register
You can choose to complete the online course or attend an instructor-led training.
Instructor Led: View schedule
Register at least 2 days in advance. Location info will be sent with your confirmation.