Environmental Enrichment

Aim of Environmental Enrichment: 

The primary aim of environmental enrichment is to enhance animal well-being by providing animals with sensory and motor stimulation, through structures and resources that facilitate the expression of species-typical behaviors and promote psychological well-being through physical exercise, manipulative activities, and cognitive challenges according to species-specific characteristics. 

     ^{–Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, 8th edition.}

ARC Policies:

• Environmental Enrichment
• Social Housing

Questions about environmental enrichment for your animals?

• Please contact: DLAMRHS@mednet.ucla.edu