Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Practice Exam

What type of dealer can breed some animals but may also purchase random source animals to resell?

1. Class A

2. Class B

3. Class C

4. Class D

The correct answer is: Class B

The correct choice reflects the classification of dealers under the Animal Welfare Act. Class B dealers are known for breeding certain animals while also having the ability to purchase random source animals for resale. This dual capability allows them to provide a broader range of animals for research purposes. Class B dealers typically acquire animals from non-commercial sources such as pounds or individuals who are not breeders, which contributes to the diversity of animals available for laboratory use. The practice of sourcing random animals can support needs for studies requiring specific genetic backgrounds or behavioral traits not found in commercially bred colonies. Class A dealers, in contrast, primarily breed animals for sale and generally do not engage in purchasing animals from random sources. The roles of Class C and Class D dealers pertain to different classifications, with Class C typically involving exhibitors or trainers, and Class D not being a commonly recognized classification in the context of animal dealers under the Animal Welfare Act.