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Our involvement over many
years as a major supplier of equipment to the Biotechnology Industry, and the
research experience of our senior management team, has led to our developing
an extensive range of environmental enrichment products specifically for
housed animals. It is an aspect of our business that we have seen grow in
significance as a refreshingly enlightened attitude to improved animal
welfare has developed and been adopted within the industry. The Lillico range
of environment enhancement products has been assembled over a period of
years. It started with basic bedding and a few simple toys that stimulated
activity. Gradually these have been added to as experience has shown what
housed animals need, what they react to positively, and what new products
become available that make a practical contribution to comfort, activity or
general well-being. Today, the Lillico range of products is one of the most
extensive. It provides a wide choice that enables all housed animals, from
mice to primates, to be kept in a comfortable, clean and physically and
mentally stimulating environment. -
Equipment and
toys for activity -
Treats and
rewards -
Nesting and
bedding materials |
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Products for activity Lillico supply a
comprehensive range of environmental enrichment products for housed animals. These
products are selected to provide the essential stimulus and activity required
by animals living in the laboratory environment. In choosing the products,
Lillico has kept to strict guidelines that ensure their suitability for use
by the Biotechnology Industry. Wherever possible the products are tested in
use before being added to the list. They are al so chemically screened for
safety, not just for the animals but al so to the standards of most research
protocols. For
the animal, the products must satisfy some, or all, of the following
criteria. . Spread activity and
interest over a long period. . Be sufficiently
interesting to encourage repeat use. . Encourage interactive play
in colonies. . Reduce aggressive
behaviour. . Act to relieve stereotypic
behaviour in solo housing. . Have strength and
durability in use. . Degrade in a safe manner
when intended. For
scientific purposes the products must, where necessary, meet some, or all, of
the following standards. . Be presented in a clean
manner. . Be made from suitable
materials. . Be monitored for
contaminants such as pesticides, aflatoxins, PCB's and heavy metals. . Meet GLP/GMP standards. . Be cage washable and/or
suitable for sterilisation by Gamma radiation or autoclaving. |
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animal facility management the following may be considered. . . The cost of the product in
terms of additional animai husbandry procedures. . The cost of the product
against best benefit to the animals. . Storage availability and
disposal requirements. . Benefits vs impact on
scientific procedures. . That it complies with legislative requirements. |
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NESTING The provision of suitable
nesting and bedding is probably the next most important item after nutrition and
housing. Good material is essential for achieving the standards of animal
welfare now expected. Today, the choice of types
has never been greater, and the standards of production never higher. The
range of nesting and bedding materials available from Lillico is extensive
and has been chosen with great care. The range allows a choice of types,
materials, particle sizes and treatments, so that selection for use can be
best suited to requirements. In assembling the range,
Lillico has applied high standards that each material must satisfy depending
upon its intended purpose. - Cleanliness, the material must be clean, this is
achieved by using only the highest quality materials, from renewable sources,
and ensuring that they are processed through modern equipment maintained to a
high standard. - Dust free,
the material must be devoid of dust and sharp particles that could
potentially cause irritation, respiratory problems or damage to either animal
or human. An aspect of particular importance for its use in IVCs and other
closed housing units. - Comfort, an important attribute of nesting material that is
intended to encourage nest building
and community behaviour. - Absorbency, the ability to soak up liquid
and control ammonia levels is important to cage hygiene. - Disposability, all materials are easily
disposed of after use, either by incineration or other safe means. - Treatment, nesting and bedding must be
able to be sterilised by Autoclaving or Irradiation. AII Lillico supplied products will withstand such
treatments. - Research Quality, the strict standards of
GLP are met on selected products in the range. AII other products are tested for contaminants on a regular
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Nestlets Nestlets provide a perfect
nesting material addition to standard bedding. Their provision encourages
rodents' natural instinct to shred material for nest building, adding extra
interest and beneficial exercise. The material in Nestlets
retains warmth without obstructing airflow, it is inert, will not compact or
form threads and its composition is non-dessicative nor will it cause
irritation to newborn rodents. Made from pulped, virgin
cotton fibre, sterilized during manufacture, Nestlets are sufficiently
pathogen free to be used for most purposes. Size: 5 cm x 5 cm Suitable for: Rodents Safe for: Autoclaving, Irradiation |
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Paper Wool and Paper
Shavings Soft, clean and absorbent, Paper
Wool and Paper Shavings make excellent bedding and nesting materials for
small animals. Lillico Paper Wool and
Paper Shavings are made from virgin paper, and satisfy high standards of
cleanliness and disposability. Suitable for: All
species Screened for: Chemical contaminants Safe for: Autoclaving, Irradiation |
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GLP Fun Tunnel - Des. Res. - Tinted Tunnels - Mouse Tinted
Igloos
Fast Tracs - Crawl Ball -
Huts - Rodent & Acquatic
Rereats – Nylon Bones
Tug Toys - Rings - Aspen
Block - Hercules Dental Device and Dental Ball
Rhino Dental Devices -
Havaballs - Jolly Balls
- Kongs -
Swine Board
Lomir P.E.T. -
Ferret Ball - Jingle Ball
- Super Challenger Ball - Best Balls
Rattles, Stainless Steel -
Monkey Shine Mirror - Finger Board - DNA Flexer
Fleece Foraging/Grooming Board -
Dumbbells - Crumble Disk Holder
Squeeze’n Toss Footballs -
Shake A Treat - Goodie Space Ships
Goodie Space Balls -
Twist’n Chew Rings - Tuff Turf Foraging Board
Can ’o’ Nuts -
Suspended Highway - Hol-ee
Mol-ee - Mouse Shelter
Treats and Rewards: Bunny
Blocks - Nutra Blocks - Hay Blocks
- Hay
Crumble Disks- CED’s -
Fruit Crunchies - Fruity-Gems
- Surf Crumbles
More information at: www.lillicobiotech.co.uk
via L. Da Vinci
2C - 21023 Besozzo VA
Italy
tel. +39 0332
773210 Fax +39 0332
970141
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2biological instruments S.N.C. via L. Da Vinci 2C 21023 Besozzo VA
Italy Tel +39
0332 773210 Fax
+39 0332 970141 2biolin@tin.it www.2biol.com |
Look at the list at the end of this catalogue for
product codes- Pages 24 and 25 |