Abstract
Summary
The development of a rodent cage cover that inhibits the spread of disease agents within a restricted area by preventing feces and soiled bedding from getting out of the cage is described. The cover differs from the usual cage top in that the typical large open areas of perforations or coarse wire mesh are replaced by a double crimp, square mesh, stainless steel screen with 40 openings per linear inch. The cover costs no more than the usual cover with large open areas. It gives adequate ventilation and has been used to house breeding mice and mice in experiments. It is equally suitable for rats and other rodents. Its use neither complicates animal management procedures nor reduces useful research space.
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