If you plan to import animals from a collaborator or external institution, please refer to the Import and Export page for guidance.
Contact us at animalorders@biomed.au.dk for assistance.
Orders for animals older than 12 weeks must be planned well in advance. Commercial vendors typically do not keep SOPF animals above 12 weeks in stock to avoid surplus production. Please ensure timely ordering if you require older animals.
Orders must be placed no later than Sunday, one and a half weeks before arrival.
Example: To begin experiments in week 10, animals must arrive in week 9. This means the order must be submitted no later than Sunday in week 7.
Animal orders cannot be placed or delivered during national holiday periods. Ordering is paused during:
We appreciate your understanding and recommend planning your orders accordingly.
Sharing animals supports collaboration and efficient use of resources. However, animals intended for experimental use may only be shared between groups that have:
The receiving group must present an approved study plan before animals are handed over.
The group performing the experimental procedures is responsible for reporting animal use to the Animal Experiments Inspectorate.
Download and complete the requisition when ordering animals from one of the vendors below.