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Types of Research
Many questions about animal and human health can be answered using a variety of research techniques in studies on animals. There are two main types of research: discovery research (learning about diseases, what causes them, what could treat or cure them) and product research (creating new drugs, improved surgical instruments, or medical equipment). This section provides a broad overview of major animal research techniques.
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How can we be sure that lost or stolen pets are not used in research?
While some research requires that dogs and cats are used, the vast majority of laboratory animals are rodents specifically bred for research. Most of the dogs and cats needed for research are also bred for that purpose. more...
Scientific Research
Many questions about animal and human health can be answered using a variety of research techniques in studies on animals. There are two main types of research: discovery research (learning about diseases, what causes them, what could treat or cure them) and product research (creating new drugs, improved surgical instruments, or medical equipment). This section provides a broad overview of major animal research techniques.
