James Troyer Esther Troyer

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 3:05-3:50 pm on 02- Sept-21. End Section

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.40(b)(2) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
* One adult female Shih Tzu (microchip number 90001898018687) has matted hair on its face, ears, front shoulder and chest area covering approximately 30 percent of its body. The matted hair is balled and is tightly adhered to the skin. Matted hair can trap dirt, debris, moisture and foster skin infections which could cause potential pain and discomfort. Matted hair does not maintain the same insulating qualities of normally groomed hair. The applicant must remove all matted hair and establish an effective program for coat maintenance for the health and well-being of this dog.

2.75(a)(2) (Non-Critical) – Records: Dealers and exhibitors.
* The applicant is currently using computerized records on 35 dogs. The applicant had no variance for approval to use computerized records. If computerized records are being used instead of APHIS form 7005, then the computerized records must contain all required information that the USDA form 7005 has. Complete and accurate records are necessary to ensure each animal’s identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the ability to trace those animals. If the applicant uses a computerized recordkeeping system and believes that APHIS form 7005 is unsuitable to make, keep, and maintain the information required by paragraph (a)(1) of this section, then the applicant may request a variance to use computerized records.

3.4(b) (Non-Critical) – Outdoor housing facilities.
* No shelter was observed for two dogs being kept in an outdoor enclosure. Shelter appropriate for the size and number of animals in the pens need to be provided to protect these animals during inclement weather conditions. Not having access to size appropriate shelter that will provide protection from direct effects of wind or rain can be stressful causing discomfort. The applicant shall provide adequate and sufficient shelter that is accessible to each animal in the enclosure and provide enough room to allow each animal to sit, stand, and lie about in a normal manner, and to turn about freely.

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
* The program of veterinary care calls for fecal float testing for 10 percent of the dogs at the facility. Records show that only one dog out of 35 was tested. Fecal float testing is done to ensure that there are no active internal parasites. The applicant must ensure a sampling of parasites and other pests (including fleas, worms, coccidia, giardia, and heartworm) in accordance with a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian. ************************************************************************************************ * The USDA Vet Care form 7002 A was incomplete. Under the parasite control program for Ectoparasites, Blood and Intestinal Parasites, it only states “check dogs and treat with approved products only” for 35 dogs. Parasites are organisms that depend on a host to survive and spread. Parasites feed, grow or multiply in a way that can harm the host. Listing the sampling and treatment plans that will be provided is important for the health of the dogs. The applicant must develop a plan for sampling and treatment of ectoparasites, blood and intestinal parasites. The plan must have veterinarian approval.

3.13(a)(4) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
* The USDA form 7002 A was incomplete. Under the preventative care and treatment care to be maintained only states “treat when necessary” for 35 dogs. Care and treatment of the hair coat, nails, eyes, ears, skin, and teeth are necessary for the overall health of the dogs. Outlining what routine care will be provided is essential to the health and wellbeing of the dogs. When the program of vet care is missing information on how the applicant provides for the health and well-being of all dogs on the premise it is not considered to be adequate veterinary care. It also must include when the veterinarian will be consulted. The applicant must consult with the attending veterinarian to develop a preventative care and treatment plan to ensure healthy and unmatted hair coats, properly trimmed nails, and clean and healthy eyes, ears, skin, and teeth. This is a 1st Re-License Inspection for a Class A license. The inspection and exit briefing were conducted with the applicant. All items must be in compliance within 2 more inspections or by 7/29/24 or the applicant will forfeit the license fee and must wait 6 months to reapply. Please contact your inspector to schedule your next Re-License Inspection. Regulated activity can continue under your existing USDA license until it expires. n

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).