Reuben Hostetler

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

3.1(c)(3) (Non-Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
There is a thick accumulation of hair and brown organic debris on the outer 1″ rim of the raised indoor housing enclosures. The debris cannot be easily rubbed off with a finger. Excessive debris on enclosures could be a source of bacteria or other pathogens for the dogs to come into contact with. All housing surfaces must be cleaned daily so as to prevent accumulation of excreta to reduce disease hazards. Correct by: April 18, 2023.

3.13(a)(3) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The adult dogs at the facility are not being vaccinated for distemper and parvovirus. The Program of Vet Care states all adult dogs should be given this vaccine yearly. Distemper and parvovirus are contagious diseases that can be spread from dog to dog. Dogs with these viruses can experience illness, pain, discomfort, or even death. Correct by ensuring vaccinations for contagious and/or deadly diseases of dogs (including distemper and parvovirus) are done in accordance with a schedule provided by the attending veterinarian. To be corrected by: April 18, 2023.

3.13(a)(4) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
Several adult dogs in the facility were noted to have mats or long toe nails. An Australian Shepherd dog, Caitlin (#7908) had long toe nails. Two Beagles, Nora (#5784) and Neva (#5781) had long toe nails. A female dog, Debby (#3534) had long toe nails. A female Doodle mix, Sugar (#2071) had matted hair on her back legs and along the bottom of her abdomen. Dogs with long toe nails and matted hair coats can experience discomfort, such as skin inflammation or broken toe nails. Correct by performing preventative care and treatment measures to ensure healthy and unmatted hair coats, properly trimmed nails, and healthy skin is followed per the written Program of Vet Care. Correct by: April 10, 2023. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. n

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 11:10am on October 8, 2024. The inspector attempted to contact the licensee by knocking on the door and the inspector was informed the licensee was not home and was not expected to be for several hours. 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

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).