Underground Reptiles Inc

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

2.40(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care (dealers and exhibitors).
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have an updated written Program of Veterinary Care (PVC) and had not received a regularly scheduled visit from the attending veterinarian (AV) within the past twelve (12) months. In addition, the PVC did not list the species of animals sold at the facility. A written Program of Veterinary Care that is current, facility-specific, and inclusive of all animal species maintained is required to facilitate effective communication between the attending veterinarian and the facility. Failure to maintain an updated PVC completed in detail by the attending veterinarian prevents APHIS officials from determining whether animals at the facility are receiving adequate veterinary care or whether acceptable methods are being used to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries. Additionally, veterinary site visits are required to provide the professional guidance necessary to optimize the health and welfare of the animals kept at each site. Each dealer is required to employ an attending veterinarian under formal arrangements, and in the case of a part-time attending veterinarian or consultant arrangements, the formal arrangements shall include a written program of veterinary care and regularly scheduled visits to the premises. Correct by: January 16,2026.

2.75(b)(1) (Non-Critical) – Records: Dealers and exhibitors.
At the time of the inspection, the licensee failed to maintain required acquisition records for several prairie dogs. Specifically, the acquisition of fifteen (15) prairie dogs had not been documented. Complete and accurate records are required to ensure effective animal tracking and to maintain compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and its regulations. The licensee shall make, keep, and maintain records or forms which fully disclose the information concerning animals, purchased or otherwise acquired, owned, held, leased, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control, or which is transported, sold, euthanized, or otherwise disposed of by that dealer or exhibitor. Correct by: January 16,2026. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n