Kathleen Ramer – Wanee Puppy Tales, Strawberry Junction | Dog Breeder in Indiana

3.1(a) (Non-Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
There were eight puppies that were being exercised in a pen that had access to the outdoor generator. There was an exposed wire that connected near the generator. The facility reported that the was no power in the wire. Exposed wires present a risk of entanglement for puppies and could present a risk of electrocution if they contain power. Housing facilities for dogs and cats must be designed and constructed so that they are structurally sound. They must be kept in good repair, and they must protect the animals from injury, contain the animals securely, and restrict other animals from entering. Correction Date: May 20th, 2024

3.13(a)(2) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The last head to tail physical exams that were conducted on adult dogs at the kennel were done 8-2-2022. The facility reports that annual exams are scheduled with the veterinarian on June 11th, 2024. Regular veterinary exams allow the attending veterinarian to asses the health and wellbeing of animals and there absences could lead to disease, illness or injury going untreated. A complete physical examination from head to tail of each dog by an attending veterinarian must be done not less then once every 12 months. Correction date: June 11th, 2024

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The plan of veterinary care states that monthly ivermectin will be used to prevent heartworm disease. The facility does not currently have any ivermectin on hand and reported that the veterinarian has had them using a chewable prevention during the summer but they have not started for this year yet. Lack of adequate prevention could lead to the development of heartworm disease. Prevention and treatment of diseases including heartworm disease must be in accordance with a written schedule that is approved by the attending veterinarian. Correction date: June 11th, 2024. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n