How to Order Animals in Muse

1. Log in to the Muse website, navigate to “Animal Operations” tab. Select “Protocols”.
2. Select the relevant protocol. Only protocols where you are listed as a user will appear.
3. Click the “Order Animals” button on the far-left menu.
4. Page 1 – Basic Information
   • Enter required details including AUP number and hazard status.
   • Click Continue.
5. Page 2 – Order Line Items
   • Click “+Add”.
   • Complete the required fields:
     • Animal group, quantity requested, animals per cage
     • Financial account
     • Special handling or housing needs
     • Animal stock/strain/breed
     • Sex, weight, age
     • Requested housing location (This will display options listed in your AUP. DLAM will assign space in consultation with the PI.)
   • Click Continue.
6. Page 3 – Vendor Selection
   • Select your preferred vendor from the list of approved vendors already in the system.
   • If the vendor is not listed (e.g., imports from another institution or unapproved source), check the box “Vendor is not listed above.”
   • Click Continue.
7. If an import vendor is selected, a new page “Other Vendor Information” will appear. Complete all required fields.
8. Page 4 – Requested Delivery Dates
   • Enter required information including contact person, requested delivery dates, and whether this is a standing order.
   • Note: DLAM’s delivery schedule is preloaded and excludes holidays when animals cannot be received.
9. Click Finish.

Important: Your order is not submitted until you click the “Submit” button on the far-left menu. DLAM cannot view orders that remain in pre-submission.