Levi Hershberger

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.134(a) (Non-Critical) – Contingency planning.
There was no written contingency plan on file at the facility. Failure to have a written contingency plan can result in lack of readiness for emergencies or disasters. Facilities must develop, document, and follow an appropriate plan to provide for the humane handling, treatment, transportation, housing, and care of their animals in the event of an emergency or disaster. Correct by: April 28, 2023

3.8 (Non-Critical) – Exercise for dogs.
The facility does not have written document of the plan to provide dogs with opportunity for exercise. Without this plan, the facility may not be providing exercise for dogs as required by paragraph 3.8. It is necessary to allow the dogs the opportunity to exercise for their health and well being. A documented and approved exercise plan helps ensure that a dogs’ space requirements and exercise needs have been considered and will be provided. The facility must develop, document, and follow an appropriate plan to provide dogs with the opportunity for exercise. In addition, the plan must be approved by the attending veterinarian. The plan must include written standard procedures to be followed in providing the opportunity for exercise. Correct by: April 28, 2023 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

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 1:00 pm on 12Feb2024. This is the first attempted inspection. Additional Inspectors: Jason Sifkarovski, VETERINARY MEDICAL OFFICEREnd Section

2.40(b)(2) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
*Multiple dogs at the facility are heavily matted and in need of grooming. These dogs include: Shitzu’s: “Faith” #080; “Hope” #81; and “Pansy” #6 Poodles: “Duffy” #74 and “Teddy” # 49 Bichons: “Racquette and “Polo”. Matted fur pulls and separates from the skin which can be potentially painful and cause skin irritations. Additionally, matted fur does not allow the fur to insulate the dog against cold temperatures. These dogs must be groomed on a routine basis to prevent this matting from occurring and for the well being of the dogs. *A King Charles Cavalier “Kenny” had dirty ears a strong noxious odor in the ears which could indicate an infection. This dog should have his ears cleaned on a routine basis to prevent reoccurring ear issues for his comfort and well-being. Correct by: April 27, 2024

3.6(a)(2)(ii) (Non-Critical) – Primary enclosures.
An enclosure in the middle of the kennel housing a female and her puppies needs to be addressed. The right front corner is not connected between two sides and there is a small gap and a screw that is protruding into the enclosure at eye level with the puppies. This gap and screw pose a potential injury hazard to the dogs. This enclosure must be maintained in good repair for the safety of the dogs. Correct by: April 19, 2024

3.11(a) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
A whelping enclosure is not being spot cleaned daily and there is an accumulation of feces and shavings that needs to be removed. Enclosures must be spot cleaned daily to prevent soiling of the dogs and to reduce odors and disease hazards. This is especially important when deworming puppies to remove feces daily that may contain parasites. This needs to be addressed for the health of the dogs. Correct by: April 19, 2024

3.11(c) (Non-Critical) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
Housekeeping around the kennel needs to be addressed. These include: An accumulation of weeds along the outside wall of the enclosures that is not being controlled. Multiple trash items (old carpet squares, metal siding, plastic bags) are discarded on the ground around the kennel contributing to a cluttered area. Facilities and grounds must be kept clean, free of accumulations of trash, and weeds must be controlled to reduce living areas for pests and to facilitate good housekeeping practices. Correct by: May 10, 2024 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

2.40(b)(2) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
While no parasites were seen on any animals, the facility has continuously been using an expired bottle of ivermectin for ectoparasite prevention on puppies. The label lists an expiration date of June, 2011. Expired medications may degrade over time and lose efficacy. Further, the use of this medication as ectoparasite prevention for puppies, adopted from a broker, is a deviation from the written program of veterinary care which only lists its name for use in internal parasite prevention and does not provide a regimen. The use of medications in a manner not deemed appropriate for a given purpose by the program of veterinary care may compromise prevention programs and safety. The facility must utilize appropriate methods to prevent disease and assure adequate veterinary care.

3.11(a) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
While there is little fecal accumulation in primary enclosures on inspection, excreta is inconsistently removed from enclosures, typically up to every 4 to 5 days, rather than daily. Daily removal of excreta is required to minimize soiling of dogs, reduce odors, and minimize exposure to disease hazards such as fecal parasites. This must be rectified to ensure adequate welfare for adult dogs and puppies.

3.11(c) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
Housekeeping on the premises needs to be addressed, including: An overgrowth of weeds and grasses throughout a lawn adjacent to a housing facility for adult dogs and puppies. Overgrown vegetation may hinder cleaning of the premises and promote pests. This must be controlled so as to minimize these risks. An accumulation of trash and excess materials on the opposite side of the lawn from the housing enclosure. Poor housekeeping creates living areas for pests and precludes good housekeeping practices. Premises must be kept clean and free of accumulation of trash.

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The written program of veterinary care does not address the sampling and treatment of heartworm for dogs. While heartworm has not been suspected or documented on the premises, unprotected dogs are at heightened risk in an endemic area. The written program of veterinary care must include guidance for the sampling and treatment of heartworm.

3.13(b)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The facility does not currently maintain records of the administration of parasite preventative medications to adult dogs. Records of these treatments are needed to facilitate adherence to the program of veterinary care and to minimize risks of parasitism. The facility must create and maintain these records. 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 October 18, 2024 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).

3.6(a)(2)(i) (Non-Critical) – Primary enclosures.
In one enclosure there are exposed nails at the bottom of the far paneled wall that are protruding into the outside run. This could be a hazard as dogs are digging at the gravel of the area where the nails are. These sharp points must be addressed to keep the enclosure in good repair and for the safety of the dogs. Correct by: March 15, 2026 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n