Wayne Miller

2.126(b) (Non-Critical) – Access and inspection of records and property; submission of itineraries.
A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 1:45pm on 09-MAR- 21. No response was received within 30 minutes from a voicemail to the listed phone, honking at the house and kennel buildings. End Section

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.126(b) (Non-Critical) – Access and inspection of records and property; submission of itineraries.
A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 12:15 pm on June 1, 2023. The inspector knocked on the doors, called the contact phone number, and waited 30 minutes prior to leaving. The licensee failed to have a responsible person available to conduct an animal welfare inspection. The facility was not able to be inspected for compliance with the Animal Welfare Act regulations and standards to ensure the health and well- being of the animals. A responsible person must be available to accompany the inspector on an animal welfare inspection. End Section

2.126(b) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Access and inspection of records and property; submission of itineraries.
A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 2:45 pm on July 17, 2023. The inspector knocked on the doors and called the contact phone number. The licensee answered and stated they would not be able to make it home to conduct the inspection. End Section

2.40(b)(2) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
There is a glass jar on the counter in the kennel that contains an opaque, light-yellow liquid. There is no labeling on the jar. The licensee states it is a mixture of 30 tablets of 500mg Metronidazole, 120 ml of Albon, and 120 ml of Safegard and it was approved for use by the Attending Veterinarian. The APHIS official spoke with the Attending Veterinarian to confirm that statement. Unlabeled medications can be problematic if the contents are unknown, expired, or if the dose of the concoction is unknown. Correct by ensuring that all medications are properly labeled and not expired, so the licensee is able to use the appropriate methods to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases. Correct by: September 27, 2023.

3.1(c)(1)(ii) (Non-Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
There are two enclosures housing a total of 5 dogs that have barbed wire along the top of the chain link paneling to discourage dogs climbing the walls. Barbed wire can be dangerous as it can cause wounds or other injury to the dogs if they come into contact with the sharp points of the wires. Correct by ensuring the housing facilities are free from jagged edges or sharp points that might inure the animals. Correct by: September 27, 2023.

3.13(b)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
There are no records of vaccinations for adult dogs retained by the facility. The facility reports a 7 way vaccine (including distemper and parvovirus) was given to all adult dogs at the beginning of 2023 but there is no written record kept. Per the Attending Veterinarian this information is correct. Written records of vaccinations help determine the vaccination status and vaccination due dates of all individuals at the facility. Correct by creating and maintaining a written document of the names of all vaccines administered and the dates of administration for each dog, or by creating and maintaining a kennel record. Correct by: September 27, 2023

3.13(b)(4) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
There are no records of heartworm testing or fecal testing retained by the facility. The APHIS official spoke with the Attending Veterinarian to confirm that testing had been done. Maintaining complete medical records for animals housed at the facility ensures that individuals are getting the care needed for preventable diseases and for evaluating the effectiveness of a parasite control program. Correct by retaining documentation and results of all diagnostic testing done for animals of the facility. Correct by: October 1, 2023. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

2.126(b) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Access and inspection of records and property; submission of itineraries.
A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 10:45am on February 8, 2024. The APHIS official knocked on the door and was told by a relative that the licensee was not home and would not be available for several hours. End Section

2.126(b) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Access and inspection of records and property; submission of itineraries.
A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 11:15am on Friday, May 3, 2024. The inspector attempted to contact the licensee by knocking on doors at the facility and calling the number on file. Both attempts went unanswered. Failure to provide access to the facility, animals, and records for inspection is a serious violation of the AWA and regulations. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action. End Section

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The facility has not completed any sampling for intestinal parasites within the past year. The Program of Vet Care (PVC) that the facility has does not specify a schedule for which this sampling is to be done. Sampling and treatment of parasites, such as worms, coccidia, and giardia, (which are found by fecal testing), as prescribed by the PVC, is a way for APHIS inspectors to assess that adequate veterinary care is being given to dogs at licensed facilities. Correct by receiving guidance by the Attending Veterinarian, to implement a schedule for sampling and treatment of parasites. Correct by July 29, 2024. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).