In Dialog
The FLI stands for a transparent dialogue on the subject of animal experiments. To do this, we engage in public events and communicate openly about animal experiments at the FLI.
When performing animal experiments, it is necessary to reflect about the suffering of the animals before, during and after the experiment and how to reduce it. Directive 2010/63/EU specifies 4…
Animals that have been used in experiments must be reported to the competent authority once a year. In addition, the number of euthanized vertebrates for scientific purposes must be reported. If…
How to submit an animal experiment application?
A permit is required to carry out an animal experiment in Germany. In Thuringia, this is the Thuringian State Office for Consumer Protection…
The 3R principle is the fundamental ethical principle of laboratory animal science. It is embedded in the Directive 2010/63/EU and thus a legally binding requirement for all member states. The…
Animal experiments are very strictly regulated in Germany and the EU.
In Germany, animal welfare is a state objective and since 2002 has been legally bound in Article 20a of the Basic Law:…
Facts & Figures
On this page you will find useful information about the laws that regulate animal experiments, information about the animal application process and the principles according to…
Animal Welfare Body
In addition to Animal Welfare Officers, there must be an Animal Welfare Body at facilities that conduct animal experiments; this is also legally required.
Members of the Animal…