Chris McGill

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 from 12:50 PM to 1:50 PM on14-APRIL-22. End Section

2.40(b)(3) (Direct) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
A litter of nursing Miniature Pinscher puppies were laying in a kennel with their dam. One puppy was deceased and decaying with its skin and fur sloughing off, a second puppy was deceased with flies going in and out of its nose, a third puppy was laying listless with shallow breathing, and three living puppies were huddled next to them. The licensee was unaware of the dead and severely ill puppies as she hadn’t observed the puppies in two days. Observations of animals should be accomplished daily to allow for information to be relayed to the veterinarian in a timely manner. The inspection was paused and the licensee immediately took the listless puppy, the three littermates, and dam to the veterinarian.

2.75(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Records: Dealers and exhibitors.
The licensee was maintaining records at the facility that were missing required information. Cage cards were missing from cages with litters. The APHIS Form 7005 had more dogs listed than what were on hand. Proper record keeping is required for tracking and tracing purposes. The licensee must make, keep and maintain records or forms which fully and correctly disclose the required information at all times. Correct by: May 30, 2022

3.11(a) (Direct) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
The washdowns under the whelping enclosures had excessive accumulation of standing fecal contaminated water. In some of these enclosures the dogs were not able to avoid contact with the fecal matter when using the outdoor runs. This resulted in a strong odor of feces and attracted flies. The licensee wasn’t aware of when the last time the wash downs were cleaned properly. A buildup of feces could cause the dog to become soiled, could attract pests, and could also increase the risk of disease. Excreta and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily. The licensee must remove the feces from the affected enclosure and ensure that all waste is removed from each enclosure daily. Cleaning of the washdowns must be done as often as necessary to prevent buildup of feces, odors, and attracting pests. Licensee corrected at the time of the inspection.

3.11(c) (Direct) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
In the dog food storage area trash, junk, and chemicals are being stored directly next to the dog food. There is an open bag of any chemicals within one foot of the stored dog food. Rodent droppings were also seen around the stored dog food and an open box of dog treats. Areas where trash, junk, and discarded waste materials are allowed to accumulate can serve as breeding and living areas for rodents and other pests. Inside the whelping building there’s an accumulation of organic matter on floors next to the dogs primary enclosures. An accumulation of deceased pests and organic matter is also on wall and on the air conditioning unit. Housing facilities and buildings where dog food is stored, including enclosures and surrounding grounds, must be kept clean and in good repair to protect the animals from injury, and to reduce or eliminate breeding and living areas for rodents and other pests and vermin. The licensee must remove all the trash, organic material, and discarded items from the housing facilities and the dog food storage area. The chemicals must be kept far away from the dog food and be stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid. The licensee must ensure that the premises of housing facilities are free of trash, discarded materials, chemicals, and waste products at all times. To be corrected by: May 29, 2022

3.11(d) (Direct) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
In the whelping kennel there was a severe accumulation of cockroaches. Cockroaches were seen in the dog food the dogs were eating, in the kennels, on the air conditioner, on the walls, and were falling from the ceiling during the time of the inspection. An effective program for the control of insects and pests must be established and maintained to promote the health and well-being of the animals living in the kennel. Correct by: May 27, 2022

3.12 (Non-Critical) – Employees
The licensee admitted they allow the one part time employee to clean the kennel and care for the dogs without supervision. Inside the whelping building there’s an accumulation of organic matter on floors next to the dogs’ primary enclosures. Inside the dog food storage area there is an accumulation of trash and junk with signs of pests present and chemicals being stored near the dog food. There is an accumulation of cockroaches in the whelping barn. A buildup of fecal material water on the washouts underneath the whelping building cages. Employees must have the knowledge and experience to carry out the level of husbandry practices and care required by the Animal Welfare Act. Supervision must be done by the licensee daily to ensure proper care for the animals. Correct by: May 31, 2022 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with Additional Inspectors: DAVID SABALAEnd Section

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.75(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Records: Dealers and exhibitors.
A cage housing six puppies and the mother had no cage card for identification. A single housed puppy had no cage card or other means of identification. Each dealer shall make, keep, and maintain records or forms which fully and correctly disclose the following information concerning each dog or cat purchased or otherwise acquired, owned, held, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control, or which is transported, euthanized, sold, or otherwise disposed of by that dealer or exhibitor. The records shall include any offspring born of any animal while in his or her possession or under his or her control. The licensee must ensure that all puppies have an appropriate method of identification. To be corrected by 8-25-2025.

3.11(a) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
The washdowns under the kennel enclosures had an excessive accumulation of discarded feed, fecal material, and standing contaminated water. The buildup of organic materials could attract pests and may increase the risk of disease. Excreta and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily, and from under primary enclosures as often as necessary to prevent an excessive accumulation of feces and food waste, to prevent soiling of the dogs or cats contained in the primary enclosures, and to reduce disease hazards, insects, pests and odors. The pans under primary enclosures with grill-type floors and the ground areas under raised runs with mesh or slatted floors must be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent accumulation of feces and food waste and to reduce disease hazards pests, insects, and odors. The licensee must clean these washdowns and ensure they are cleaned as often as necessary to protect the welfare of the animals. To be corrected by 8-25-2025. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. Additional Inspectors: MICHAEL TYGART, VETERINARY MEDICAL OFFICER n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).