Sadie Yoder Daniel Yoder David Yoder

2.131(b)(1) (Non-Critical) – Handling of animals.
*** In an enclosure housing 4 Shiba Inu, one dog #9215 “Viola” had a fabric muzzle on because she was “picking on another dog.” Although the muzzle allowed her to open her mouth to pant slightly, drink and eat, muzzles should not be left on dogs unattended. Viola, could cause physical harm to herself trying to remove it and it causes unnecessary discomfort for a prolonged period of time. This was corrected at the time of the inspection by removing the muzzle and moving her out of the enclosure to another safe space. *** A Dachshund # 9224, “Dottie” housed with 4 other dogs had a bark collar around her neck. When she barked the collar let out a high pitched sound that negatively impacted her and likely the other dogs in the enclosures as it was also heard by the licensee and inspector. Having a bark collar on a kennel dog for an extended period of time can cause behavioral stress and cause unnecessary discomfort to the individual dog and others in the kennel as their hearing is highly sensitive. This collar was removed from the dog during the inspection. Correct by June 12, 2021 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. End Section

2.40(b)(2) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
There was one dog observed with a health condition requiring treatment according to the Program of Veterinary Care or consultation with the attending veterinarian. Sparky, id# 9232, a male red Shiba Inu, DOB 7/31/19, had an abnormal right ear. The interior of the ear was red, irritated, and swollen with a moist brown discharge. The licensee had not observed the health condition, had not contacted the attending veterinarian, and was not administering any treatments. The Program of Veterinary Care on file addressed the condition and provided treatment options. Swelling and redness with discharge in the ears may be indicative of infection and/or other veterinary medical conditions that can cause pain, discomfort, as well as damage to the ear. The licensee must initiate treatment according to the Program of Veterinary Care or contact the attending veterinarian to determine a plan for diagnosis and treatment. Correct by: August 23, 2022

3.1(a) (Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
In May of 2022, a female Shiba Inu jumped over the wall in the outdoor run and was hit by a car and died. The walls are approximately 5 feet high but the licensee had noticed the dog jumping and has found other dogs outside the kennel. Failure to provide housing that contains the animals can lead to animal escape, injury, and death. Housing facilities for dogs must be kept in good repair, protect the animals from injury, and contain the animals securely. Correct by: November 18, 2022 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

3.1(a) (Non-Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
A male Bichon Frise jumped over the wall in the outdoor run and was observed outside the kennel not in an enclosure. The walls are approximately 5 feet high but the overhang that prevents dogs from jumping over had blown off in a windstorm a few days ago and not yet been repaired. The licensee replaced the dog into an outdoor run that had a temporary repair with a strip of material across the top to deter jumping. Failure to provide housing that contains the animals can lead to animal escape, injury, and death. Housing facilities for dogs must be kept in good repair, protect the animals from injury, and contain the animals securely. Correct by: Permanent repair by April 4, 2023 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. End Section

2.40(b)(3) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
A Goldendoodle id # 9256 has evident hair loss around her lower back and hips and the skin appears dry and flaky. The licensee has attributed hair loss to hormonal or seasonal allergies and has not communicated the skin condition of this dog to the AV. The hair loss and skin condition should be communicated to the AV in a timely manner so the veterinarian can determine next steps to diagnose and treat the animal. Correct by: April 23, 2024

3.6(a)(2)(i) (Non-Critical) – Primary enclosures.
A section of metal panel under the shift door for one enclosure housing 4 dogs is rusted and in disrepair. This level of disrepair has created sharp rough edges which could be a hazard to the dogs. This panel must be repaired to keep the area structurally sound and safe for the dogs. Correct by: April 25, 2024

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
Currently the licensee is giving vaccines and parasite prevention according to his broker’s schedule and not the schedule that is documented in his program of vet care and signed by the attending veterinarian. Additionally, the licensee has not followed his vet care plan for giving a second dosage of vaccines for puppies retained at the kennel past 12 weeks of age. The license must follow the agreed upon vaccine and parasite control schedule to assure that the veterinarian has proper authority in all aspects of veterinary care. Correct by: April 19, 2024 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.40(b)(2) (Direct) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
A 5-year old female Shiba-Inu dog, identified #9220, is observed with non-weight bearing lameness of its left forelimb. The dog is observed eating normally and navigating throughout its enclosure, but is unable to support weight on this limb throughout the inspection. A facility representative stated the problem had been previously identified by the facility and that it had improved during monitoring. The facility’s written Program of Veterinary Care, however, does not provide guidance for monitoring or managing such issues. The inspector confirmed with a facility representative and with a call to the attending veterinarian that the veterinarian had not been notified. As lameness of this nature is a sign of significant pain, failure to seek care or establishing guidance for addressing these issues may result in unnecessarily prolonged pain. The facility must maintain appropriate methods of diagnosing and treating medical problems. Correct by end of day, November 27, 2024. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n

2.40(b)(2) (Direct [REPEAT]) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
A 5-year old female Shiba-Inu dog, identified #9220, is observed with non-weight bearing lameness of its left forelimb. The licensee reports that lameness has been slowly improving since first observed a few weeks ago, and the dog appears to intermittently place its foot to the ground more often than observed by the inspector at the previous inspection, but that veterinary care had not been sought until the morning of the current inspection. At that time, the phone was inoperable and the licensee was unable to make contact with a veterinarian. Despite mild improvement, lameness of the current nature is still a sign of significant pain and failure to seek care in a timely manner or establishing guidance to address these issues may result in unnecessarily prolonged pain. The facility must assure the dog is seen by a veterinarian and, going forward, must continue to maintain appropriate methods for diagnosing and treating medical problems. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.40(b)(2) (Direct [REPEAT]) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
A six-year-old female Shiba Inu dog, identified #9221, is observed with right-hind limb lameness and two lacerations, five and six inches from the tail base, respectively. The dog is observed eating normally and navigating throughout its enclosure, but only intermittently places weight on the affected limb. The laceration closest to the tail base spans the width of the tail, measuring 1-inch wide and 0.5-inch long, and exposes deeper underlying tissue with adjacent dark skin; there is minimal discharge present. The other laceration, measuring 0.5-inch wide and 1-inch long, is a more superficial laceration that is similarly surrounded by dark skin but has no discharge present. A facility representative stated the lameness had been identified on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at which point the dog was immediately moved to separate housing for monitoring. The facility’s written Program of Veterinary Care, however, does not provide guidance for monitoring or managing lameness nor wound care, nor was the veterinarian contacted for guidance. As lameness of this nature is a sign of pain, and as open wounds may require thorough assessment and care, failure to seek care or establishing guidance for addressing these issues may result in unnecessarily prolonged pain or other medical risks. The facility must assure these injuries are addressed by a veterinarian and, going forward, must continue to maintain appropriate methods for diagnosing and treating medical problems. At the time of inspection, the facility representative notified the Attending Veterinarian and confirmed with the inspector that a plan for care of these injuries was arranged. Correct by end of day, March 5, 2025. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n

3.6(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Primary enclosures.
A section of exposed landscaping mesh fabric was identified in the outdoor portion of one enclosure. This was observed in a sloped area of the yard, where the gravel was not completely covering the underlying landscape material. The enclosure housed 13 puppies, some of which were observed chewing on the frayed edges of the material. This could cause injury to the puppies if they were to become entangled in the frayed areas. In addition, the puppies could become ill if the material was to be ingested. Primary enclosures must be kept in good repair to protect the animals from injury. The licensee must correct this issue. ********Correct by March 26, 2025 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

3.6(a)(1) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Primary enclosures.
There is still a section of exposed landscaping mesh fabric in the outdoor portion of one enclosure. This was observed in a sloped area of the yard, where the gravel was not completely covering the underlying landscape material. The enclosure housed 8 puppies, some of which were observed chewing on the frayed edges of the material. This could cause injury to the puppies if they were to become entangled in the frayed areas. In addition, the puppies could become ill if the material was to be ingested. Primary enclosures must be kept in good repair to protect the animals from injury.

3.10(a) (Direct) – Watering
At the time of the inspection, one automatic water nipple was not working and there was no water available for a female with three puppies. When she was given fresh water, she began to drink nonstop for almost two minutes straight. She paused and then again began to drink again. Based on the eagerness for consuming water it is not known when she last had access to water. Dogs must have continuous access to water for their health and well being and this is especially important for nursing mothers. Although a bucket of water was provided at the time of the inspection, the facility must ensure that the dogs have continuous access to water for their health. Correct by: June 19, 2025

3.11(a) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
The outdoor runs are not being spot cleaned daily and there is an accumulation of feces in the runs. Primary enclosures must be spot cleaned daily, and feces removed to keep the areas clean and to prevent the dogs from becoming soiled. Correct by: June 19, 2025

3.11(b)(2) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
The stainless-steel water buckets anchored to the wall under the automatic water drinkers are dirty and need to be cleaned. Not only are they holding water not consumed by the dogs, but there is excess fur and dirt in the buckets. These water receptacles need to be cleaned on a routine basis and at least once every two weeks per this regulation for the health of the dogs. Correct by: June 25, 2025

3.11(c) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
Housekeeping around the kennel and primary enclosures need to be addressed. In one empty outdoor run, there is an excess of weeds and grass growth throughout the area. Excess weeds can create breeding and living areas for pests right next to the enclosures. Weeds, grasses, and bushes must be controlled so as to facilitate cleaning of the premises and pest control, and to protect the health and well-being of the animals. Correct by: June 25, 2025 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.75(a) (Non-Critical) – Records: Dealers and exhibitors
Four litters of recently whelped puppies are not being identified or recorded on records of animals on hand or “cage cards” on the whelping box. The puppies were all born within the past two weeks. Having an accurate number and id of puppies in the whelping boxes with their dam is important to ensure all puppies are accounted when checked. In one box with a litter of 7 puppies, it was not readily observed that the dam had taken two puppies to the outside portion of her enclosure, which were later discovered on the walk around and put back in the box. Offspring born must be identified in a timely manner to be able to track puppy movements with the dam and then when separated at the whelp stage. This needs to be addressed for record keeping purposes. Correct by: Sept 9, 2025 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).