We believe that when an animal is in human hands, it is entitled to humane care. Therefore, the mission of Citizens for Animal Protection (animalcarelaws.org) is to help ensure that these animals receive good care and live in a healthy environment.

Because the law requires animals to be given adequate food, water, shade, shelter, health care and appropriate environment suitable for the age, condition and species, we will refer to the professional authorities to be consulted. Their information will be more readily accepted by the courts.

Authorities include:
The Merck Veterinary Manual, Ninth Edition, and all subsequent editions
http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index.jsp

The American Veterinary Medical Association
http://www.avma.org/

The Federal Animal Welfare Act and Regulations and Veterinary Service Memos
http://www.nal.usda.gov/awic/legislat/awa.htm

The NIH Guide for the Care & Use of Laboratory Animals
http://www.nap.edu/readingroom/books/labrats/