Marine Mammal Services

Support to U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program

SAIC provides more than 100 animal care and training support staff to the U.S. Navy's Marine Mammal Program through a contract with the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center San Diego, Biosciences Division.

Training is an important element of a Navy animal's life. In addition to achieving the remarkable and cost effective work the animals do in the open ocean, training also facilitates husbandry and medical care procedures, and provides the mental and physical stimulation that contribute to overall health and welfare.