Scrapped Feline Contraception Study Sheds Light on Cat Research
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University of Illinois researchers studying a contraceptive vaccine called GonaCon developed a unique study environment intended to mimic free-roaming cat populations. Cats were housed in a large, two-level open enclosure with many enrichment opportunities, including a climbing tree, furniture, toys, scented objects, hidey-holes and an outdoor enclosure.
Volunteers also played with and trained the cats. Instead of using lab cats, cats were brought in from a local shelter. Although GonaCon ultimately was not shown to be effective for preventing pregnancy, lead investigator Amy Fischer believes she will use the hybrid research/shelter facility in the future to test new contraceptive technologies.
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Jackie Brown is a freelance writer from Southern California who specializes in the pet industry. Reach her at jackiebrownwriter.wordpress.com.
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