HC Deb 08 June 1959 vol 606 c63W
57. Mr. Body

asked the Minister of Supply what types of animals, and how many of each type, have been destroyed at the Chemical Defence Experimental Establishment.

Mr. Aubrey Jones

During the last six months about 3,000 animals have been destroyed in the course of experiments at the Chemical Defence Experimental Establishment. Ten different types of animals were used.

Following are the details:

Cats … … … 32
Dogs … … … 42
Guinea pigs … … … 192
Hens … … … 351
Mice … … … 349
Pigeons … … … 24
Pigs … … … 20
Rabbits … … … 239
Rats … … … 1,708
Sheep … … … 31
Total 2,988