Division of Laboratory Animal Resources (DLAR)

Division of Laboratory Animal Resources
Room H-41-A
Medical Center
40536-0298
859-323-5885

The Division of Laboratory Animal Resources is responsible for providing researchers with high-quality animals and for insuring those animals are appropriately housed and humanely treated. DLAR is responsible for providing veterinary care and daily husbandry for research animals. In addition, the director and DLAR veterinarians consult with researchers in the areas of animal model development, animal usage, humane animal treatment, and compliance with University policies and procedures and governmental regulations. DLAR has been continuously accredited since 1966 by the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation for Laboratory Animal Care, International (AAALAC, Intl.).

For more information on animal care and use, see Research Compliance Policies, Guidance & Contacts.