During their inspection, how often will IACUC members want to see documentation showing warm-blooded animals are observed?

• A. Every day
• B. Twice a day
• C. At least weekly
• D. Twice a week

Answer: (A)

Daily welfare monitoring is required. IACUC inspectors expect to see documentation that warm-blooded animals are observed every day, as part of ongoing humane care. This daily check helps catch signs of illness, pain, or distress early and ensures timely intervention. The records typically show the date and time of the observation, which animals or cages were checked, who performed the check, and any actions taken or concerns noted. While some situations may call for additional checks (more than daily) in high-risk groups, the baseline expectation is daily observation and documentation. Therefore, daily records demonstrate compliance with regular welfare monitoring, whereas less frequent documentation could miss important welfare issues.