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Note: In October of 2007, the Tulsa World newspaper did an extensive four-day news story on Oklahoma breeders. Reporters compiled a database of USDA inspection reports, related documents, photos, and other information, so if you are looking for information on an Oklahoma breeder, check here: http://tinyurl.com/3exuek
The Tulsa World database summarizes violations, but you can get more information about the violations of a specific breeder by contacting the USDA for the original records. See our "How to find out more about your puppy's breeder" page.
According to the Tulsa World, the top 10 worst BREEDERS in Oklahoma, in terms of USDA violations, were:
Sheila Gamblin of Atoka
Billy Firth III of Laverne
James Dunlap of Antlers
Robert Peel of Wetumka
Jeff and Paula Stahl of Lamont
Phyllis Fish of Duncan
Reda Ratliff of Jones
Billy and Sandra Wimmer of Freedom
Lanell Eclair of Coalgate
Dianne Kerby of Prague
Troy Sheffield of Lane
Also according to the Tulsa World, the top 10 worst DEALERS in Oklahoma, in terms of USDA violations, were:
Henry Lee Cooper of Wewoka
Voyd and Dee Cannon of Atoka
Virginia McClanahan of Kremlin
Robert and Darlene Lourance of Duncan
Glenda Thomas and Geff Shearer of Chickasha
Cynthia Callan of Hinton
Rick and Joey Garside of Atoka
Danny and Hazel Gilpin of Big Cabin
Sherri Taylor of Lone Grove
Nina Mattox of Perkins
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From USDA records:
--Donald Schrage, Rabbit Ridge Kennel, Edina, Missouri--
Oct. 14, 2003: "One cocker has one eye with heavy mattes. This animal must be treated for this problem to ensure health."
Oct. 14, 2003: "The eleventh hutch in the east line, west side den box has a hole chewed in rear corner. This must be repaired to keep the dogs dry and warm."
Oct. 14, 2003: "All ground runs have a buildup of waste in them. There seems to be two or three day's worth of waste in most of these runs."
Oct. 14, 2003: "Waste is building up on about ten wire floors in outdoor hutch runs."
July 7, 2004: "During the time of inspection, all outdoor wooden units had white paint that was no longer impervious to moisture and could not be cleaned or sanitized. All ground pens containing Siberian Huskies and Rottweilers did not have sufficient gravel. All wooden units need to be replaced if no longer impervious to moisture and surfaces painted if it does not need to be replaced. All ground pens need extra gravel provided. Affects 347 animals."
July 7, 2004: "During the time of inspection, 4 west side and 4 east side outside ground pens containing Rottweilers and Huskies had cattle and hog panel fencing where the animal's head was coming through. The panel fencing needs to be replaced or repaired so that the animal's head will not come through the fencing and will safely contain the animals."
[Inventory: AT LEAST 347 ANIMALS] "ALL OUTDOOR UNITS HAD AN ACCUMULATION OF FECES UNDERNEATH. All debris, waste, and feces need to be removed at least once every 2 weeks." "All ground runs have a buildup of waste in them. There seems to be two to 3 days' worth of waste in most of these runs." "One cocker has one eye with heavy mattes. This animal must be treated for this problem to ensure health."
Feb. 16, 2005: "A responsible adult was not available to allow access and accompany inspection at 11:30 AM on 2/16/05."
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--Glen and Virginia Hatton, Joy Hill Kennel, Booneville, Arkansas--
2003: "Three of the outdoor enclosures had water receptacles that were [sic] cleaned regularly. There was a build-up of algae and dirt in them. All food and water receptacles should be cleaned and sanitized regularly to reduce the risks of disease." "This affects 171 animals."
2004: "Inside the 4th enclosure from the right, on the outside pens, there is a section of wire that has several sharp points protruding into the enclosure. These sharp points present a potential injury risk to the animals and should be removed or the section of the wire replaced." 2004: "The feed receptacles have not been cleaned as often as required. There were cobwebs and feed meal build-up on many of them. All feed/water receptacles should be cleaned and sanitized every two weeks to reduce the risks of possible feed contamination."
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--Marnita and Charles Phelps, Stones Prairie Kennel, Monett, Missouri--
2004: "There are several pens that have bent chain link at the bottom. The chain link is breaking in these areas and has sharp edges in one of the pens. There is one pen with a support pipe at the bottom. It has rusted through and has edges that are sharp looking. The licensee must check all wire and chainlink as well as support pipes for pens to look for sharp edges or broken wire that could potentially injure the animals." 2004: "The interior of the barn area with the hutches has an ammonia odor that is very noticeable. The building has had the sides (curtains) down due to the cooler and wet weather. The dogs do not show any signs of respiratory problems. However, there must be improved ventilation in this area to prevent the potential for respiratory problems in the animals."
2004: "THERE IS ONE PEN WITH SILKIES IN THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BUILDING (THE HUTCH AREA). THE SILKIES HAD LESS THAN 6" OF HEADROOM IN THIS PEN WHEN THEY WERE STANDING NORMALLY (3" FOR THE BIG ONE). THE LICENSEE MUST ENSURE THAT ALL DOGS HAVE AT LEAST 6" OF HEADROOM IN ALL PENS WHEN THEY ARE STANDING NORMALLY."
2005: "There is a washdown in between a double decker section of caging for the French bulldogs and some young golden retriever puppies in the older bulldog section of the building. At one end, the plastic of the washdown is no longer extended beyond the edge of the caging. Some of the waste water from washing down is dripping onto the side of the lower cage. The washdown must be repaired and extended to go beyond the edge of the caging below to prevent any potential for waste and water from falling on the cage below."
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--Elizabeth, Shawna, & Shanna Lamont, Lamont Kennel, Greenwood, Arkansas--
2003: "There was an accumulation of hair and waste on the exterior of most of the enclosures. All animal areas must be kept clean and must be sanitized every two weeks. The outside and inside of all kennels need a thorough cleaning. This affects 161 animals." 2003: "The openings of the wire floor from the whelping building were too large which allowed the puppies' feet to pass through. If a suspended floor is used, it must be constructed of metal and the strands must be at least 1/8 inch in diameter (9 gauge) or coated with a material such as plastic or fiberglass. The floor must be replaced with a wire with smaller openings, a smaller opening wire must be placed on top of the existing wire, or the puppies must be kept inside on the solid floor."
2003: "Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 161, puppies = 49."
2004: "Most of the food receptacles were dirty. There is dust/grime on the bottom interior surface of the feeders and on the metal ledge. The food receptacles must be cleaned frequently enough to provide uncontaminated, wholesome food. They must also be sanitized at least every two weeks."
2004: "Animal inventory: Adult dogs = 39, puppies = 14."
2005: "At least six animals were not identified."
2005: "There were two enclosures that had feces in the sheltered portion. Another two enclosures had an excessive accumulation of hair in the shelters. Three of the wooden shelters had a white substance covering the wood at the junction of the floor and walls. Animal areas inside of housing facilities must be kept clean to ensure the health and well-being of the animals. These areas must be cleaned more frequently and sanitized every two weeks."
2005: "Three of the enclosures had wire flooring where the coating was not present. All wire less than 9 gauge must be coated with a material such as plastic or fiberglass."
2005: "Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 44, puppies = 18."
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--Mildred Steenbock, Onward Kennels, Pleasant Hope, Missouri--
2002: "The wire flooring on the west side of the first building, the coating has worn off and the wire is busted in areas. Need to replace the wire flooring to promote proper animal husbandry practices."
2003: "The Program of Veterinary Care has not been updated, signature on the form is February 23, 2002. Need to have the attending vet come inspect your facility and update form."
2003: "THE WOODEN STANDING ENCLOSURE IN FRONT OF THE WHELPING BUILDING, HAVE 3 CANINES THAT THE ENCLOSURES DO NOT MEET THE HEIGHT REQUIREMENT. NEED TO MOVE THE CANINES TO ANOTHER CAGE THAT MEETS THE HEIGHT REQUIREMENT WHEN THE ANIMAL IS IN A NORMAL STANDING POSITION."
2004: "The third building delivered this week, have puppies whose feet [sic] passing through the wire. Need to prevent the feet of the canines from passing through and allowing the canines to injure themselves."
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--Wayne and Patsy Burnett, Mountainburg, Arkansas--
2002: "The attending veterinarian has not made a documented visit to the facility in over one year. The licensee must have the attending veterinarian make a visit to the facility to update and discuss the program of veterinary care."
2002: "The licensee is not documenting the acquisition of animals on APHIS Form 7005."
2003: "APHIS Form 7006, Record and Disposition of Dogs and Cats, was not being used correctly. The puppies were not given unique identifying numbers. The birthdate was not entered for all puppies."
2003: Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 30, puppies = 24.
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--Michael and Mary Galloway, M&M Kennels, Prim, Arkansas--
2002: "The licensee's attending veterinarian has not visited the facility since 8-9-01. The attending veterinarian should visit the facility annually."
2002: There were several enclosures that had strands of broken wire protruding into the cages. This presents an injury [sic] to the animals being housed. These sections of broken wire should have the sharp points removed immediately and the wire sections should be repaired to eliminate the risk of injury to the animals and help assure their well-being."
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--L.V. and Jean Case, Running River Kennel, Altus, Arkansas--
2003: "Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 98, puppies = 45."
2004: "Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 122, puppies = 74."
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--John & Linda Van Leeuwen, Van Leeuwen's Kennels, Walnut, Kansas--
2002: "Adult dogs 55, Puppies 20" 2003: "You do have your vet program set up, but it has been more than a year since your vet has come through your kennel and went through your program with you. Affects 74 dogs."
2003: "The inside and outside walls along with the doors the dog use on the east and west sheltered housing need to be cleaned and sanitized. The grease and grime has to be cleaned out in order to clean. Affects 61 dogs."
2004: "Wire needs to be repaired when broke. The wire flooring in the north east pen of the whelping building needs to be repaired or replaced. Possibility dogs could get under wire between cages or points of broken wire could hurt dog."
2004: "Weeds and grass needs to be controlled. The weeds and grass in and along the fence of the South kennel and the Ground pens need [sic] mowed or removed."
2004: "Adult dogs 58, Weaned Puppies 3, Puppies 18."
2004: "Primary enclosure must keep dogs clean and dry. The North and South ground run pens need to have more gravel added. Even though it has been raining dogs have to be able to stay clean and dry. By keeping dogs out of mud will help keep the inside of dog shelters cleaner and dry, too. This is in the best interest and good health for your dogs."
2004: "Adult dogs 50, Weaned Puppies 6, Puppies 5."
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--Wendy Headley, Headley's Kennels, Marmaduke, Arkansas--
2005: "One female shih tzu, referred to as Domino, was observed with excessive hair matting along the back and hind legs. These matts contain fecal matter and pose a health risk to this dog due to skin irritations. This dog should have the matts removed."
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--Martha Bray & Keresa Cook, Battlefield Kennels, Garfield, Arkansas--
2004: "Animal Inventory 72 dogs, puppies 16."
Martha Bray and Keresa Cook sold their dogs at auction on June 12, 2004. The auction was held by Bob & Sheila Hughes, well-known to animal protectionists as puppy-mill auctioneers. The seller's statement: "I am selling my dogs, kennels, and supplies so that I have more time to spend with my active boys. I will miss the time spent with my dogs and I hope to see them go to good homes. I hope you can attend my sale."
The auction information, at http://www.onlinepetauction.com/06122004.html, lists 269 dogs for sale, including an 8-year-old poodle with this comment near his name: "He is an aggressive breeder and has an excellent sperm count. He is BLIND IN BOTH EYES AND HAS LOST MOST OF HIS TEETH, but this has not slowed him down any."
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--Zella Evans, Rogers, Arkansas--
2005: Animal Inventory: Adult dogs 142, puppies 52.
July 2004: "The inside area of the kennel was dirty. There were cobwebs on the fans. The glue surrounding the PVC support poles of the top washdowns was coming loose and hair and waste was accumulating in these places. There is also dirt and grime on the fly sprayers and feed containers. This affects 136 animals."
July 2004: There were at least four enclosures with wire mesh or expanded wire flooring containing puppies that will allow their feet to fall through the openings in the wire. This affects approximately 20 puppies."
January 2004: There was a STRONG AMMONIA ODOR upon entering the kennel building. A ventilation system must be in place to minimize odors, drafts, and ammonia levels. The building has an exhaust fan but it was not removing the odors. The air in the building must be exchanged more frequently. This affects 152 animals."
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--Dean & Karen Grell, Grell's K-D Kennel, Vail, Iowa--
These breeders are selling puppies online. Their 2003 USDA inspection report, which showed no violations, stated that there were 440 dogs at the facility.
December 18, 2003-"Inventory 316 adult dogs and 124 pups."
July 26, 2004-"The inside of the buildings need a general cleaning to remove excess bedding, feed and dirt from the common areas. All facilities must be kept clean and neat. (Affects approx 150 animals)."
July 26, 2004-"The outside runs on the whelping buildings need to have the accumulation of feces on the elevated flooring removed and maintained. All enclosures must be spot cleaned daily and sanitized at least every 2 weeks."
June 21, 2006-"The elevated outdoor runs on the whelping buildings and on the refer trailer needs to be cleaned to remove excreta. All enclosures must be spot cleaned daily to reduce disease hazards, insects, pest and odors. (Affects approx 100 animals)."
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--Jerry and Linda McCully--M&M Kennel, Neosho, Missouri--
2004: "There is one pen with 2 Mastiff pups that does not have a dry area for the animals. The pen is completely mud-covered. The owner must make provision or modification to the pen to provide a dry area for the animals."
2004: "The owner has a fly control program in place at the present but it is not eliminating the flies in the kennel area. Must increase the effort in fly control for the kennel. This affects 24 animals."
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--Brian Madison, Hungary Holler Kennel, Cassville, Missouri--
Nov, 2, 2005: "There was an animal noted on the previous inspection report--lhasa 186--that was to have been seen and treated by the attending vet and the licensee had received specific directions to maintain medical records on this animal's condition (diagnosis, treatment, and observations). The licensee did not have this animal seen by the vet and has no records of treatment. The animal no longer has the condition--but the licensee did not communicate with the attending vet regarding treatment of this animal."
Nov. 2, 2005: "The licensee still has no records at this location. The licensee must have records of disposition on all animals and records of acquisition on all animals available at this facility at all times."
Nov 2, 2005: [this is a place where dogs are housed]"The interior of the refer truck is less cluttered, but the upper level interior washdown has dust, cobwebs, and mouse droppings on it. There is an accumulation of spilled feed and what may be chewed insulation material on the lower washdowns by the end of the building. The floors of the refer truck are dirty and there is mud and gunk along the edges..."
Nov. 2, 2005: "The exterior drain leading to the lagoon area has become broken several feet from the building. The waste is collecting on the ground at the end of this pipe. There was an odor from this collected waste and the flies were being drawn to it."
Nov. 2, 2005: "There are rodent droppings on the washdowns in the interior of the building. There is what appears to be chewed insulation on the washdown. The licensee must have effective and safe rodent control..."
March 8, 2006: "The licensee has not completed the exterior drain on the ground leading from the kennel to the waste area. There is still an odor from this waste area."
August 17, 2006: "The licensee has a refer truck for housing dogs. The weeds and grasses have grown very tall around the truck and on one side and are making it difficult to access the exterior runs."
August 17, 2006: "There were rodent droppings on the utility shelf at the front side of the kennel interior."
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Roberson, Joyce-Unicorn Kennel-Glasco, Kansas
The facility had 161 dogs in 2006.
In 2005, it received an "Official warning--violation of federal regulations") for: 1) Records--failure to maintain a complete record of all dogs on hand.
2) Surfaces--Failure to maintain surfaces of housing facilities on a regular basis.
3) Waste Disposal--Failure to provide for regular and frequent removal of waste. Excreta is to be removed daily from dog enclosures.
4) Housekeeping--Failure to keep premises free of weeds and discarded items."
There is no indication that any further action was taken by the USDA.
March 2, 2006: "Noticed fecal accumulations in the outside runs that needs to be removed to help minimize any disease risks affecting 10 dogs."
April 4, 2006: "Program of vet care calls for an annual inspection by the vet of record. Last recorded on site was on 3/16/05 affecting 161 dogs."
April 4, 2006: "Pekenese (sic) dog named pumpkin #024 775 544 is showing hair loss on its neck. The skin has a light red color in appearance. Licensee plans on clipping dog ASAP & address the redness on the neck."
April 4, 2006: "Japanese Chin named Pretty Girl # 030 083 843 is showing an open sore on its back hind lower leg/foot. Licensee state that the dog was in whelp & licked her leg until an open sore appeared. Licensee is currently treating the dog with a spray. Correct by 4-11-06."
April 4, 2006: "Noticed cobwebs on the ceiling & walls of the whelp building. General cleaning of the whelp building needs to be done to help keep the area clean affecting 10 dogs."
August 18, 2006: "Noticed mouse droppings on the inside area of the whelp barn. The area needs to be cleaned & an effective method to help eliminate any vermin infestation needs to be started affecting 10 dogs."
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--Martha and Jimmy Kibbe, Beloit, Kansas--(a broker who ships puppies)
Oct. 25, 2005: "Cocker puppy #G1969 with a birth date of 9/27/04 was purchased on 11/20/04. The puppy in question does not meet the 8 week age requirement before being sold into commerce." [Puppies are supposed to be 8 weeks old before crossing state lines.]
January 23, 2006: They received these violations on their "clamshell-type plastic enclosures" used for transport. "9 'clamsell-type' plastic enclosures containing 18 puppies had no doors and were constructed in a manner that did not allow the animals contained inside to be easily and quickly removed in the event of an emergency."
January 23, 2006: "9 'clamshell-type' plastic enclosures containing 18 puppies had 'handles' that consisted of 3"x5" oblong openings in the side of the crate. It did not have external handholds that ensured that anyone handling the enclosures would not com into physical contact with the animal contained inside."
January 23, 2006: "Ventilation--9 'clamshell-type' plastic enclosures containing 18 puppies had projecting rims that were .5" wide. If these crates were placed against a solid surface such as a wall, there would not be sufficient air circulation space."
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--Bill Hite, Indian Ridge Kennel, Pleasant Hope, Missouri--
March 17, 2006: "The hutch style enclosures on the southeast side of the facility do not have wind/rain breaks on the entrances of them. Need to install wind/rain breaks on the entrances to protect the canines from the weather. Item affects 35 canines."
March 17, 2006: "The hutch style enclosures do not have bedding and the ambient temperature at the time of inspection is 41 degrees F. Need to provide the canines with bedding when the ambient temperature is 50 degrees or below to protect their health and well-being. Item affects 35 canines."
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--Debbie Graham and Courtney Armstrong, Valliant, Oklahoma--
April 13, 2005: "At the time of this inspection, there were 20 dogs that were not properly identified."
April 13, 2005: "At the time of this inspection, there were some broken wires in the first and third pens of the raised runs that were to the east of the trailer. These wires stick into the pen causing the potential for injury to the dog."
April 13, 2005: "At the time of this inspection, some of the water receptacles provided for the dogs that are in the runs on the ground were green with algae. These water receptacles need to be cleaned and sanitized to promote the health and well-being of the dogs."
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--Rodney Gray, Memphis, Missouri--
February 9, 2007: "Eighteen weaned puppies were not identified. Puppies under sixteen weeks of age are exempt from individual identification if they are maintained as a litter on the premises. These puppies were from 4 different litters."
Sept. 25, 2006: "Found need to have vet on premises for annual kennel visit, last date recorded was 4-27-05."
Sept. 25, 2006: "There are approximately 30 weaned pups less than 16 weeks of age needing to be identified."
Sept. 25, 2006: "There is need to install and maintain wind and rainbreak protection on every sheltered housing entrance whether it be a dog box or a plastic dog house. Have discussed this need with the owner today and there is evidence of protection being asked for on these shelters in the past because we saw at least a half dozen flaps fastened in the open position. Protection must be on, in place and usable preventing drafts and blowing rain or turn the house entrances opposite of the pen front and toward the wall. Temperatures at night are in the 40's. Begin to use and maintain bedding when temperatures are lower than 50 degrees Fahrenheit."
Sept. 25, 2006: "Found several areas of mouse activity today, with a strong mouse urine odor. Found sack feed piled 2-3 high without a pallet under them. Use pallets for ventilation and light which will prevent attracting insects and rodents. Also saw in the north large dog facility a developing problem with roosting sparrows above dog feeders and occupied pen space of dogs. Recommend that serious thought and effort be given to preventing this disease carrier to exist."
Sept. 25, 2006: Adults--192 Pups--70
July 25, 2005: "During the time of inspection, on the west side of the facility housing rottweilers, there was a corrugated metal paneled wall with the bottom edge that had started to deteriorate, rusted and was torn where the animal was in direct contact. The rusted, deteriorated, torn corrugated paneling needs to be fixed, replaced or repaired to provide structural strength, be free of rust and to comply with animal husbandry practices."
July 25, 2005: "During the time of inspection, there were sharp nails/screws that were sticking out of the wooden door frames about 1/2" in length that were in direct contact of the Golden Retrievers located in the "L" outdoor pens. All sharp nails/screws need to be constructed in a manner that eliminates the sharp edges being in direct contact of the animals and to eliminate injury to the animals and to comply with animal husbandry practices."
July 25, 2005: "During the time of inspection, there were housing units located throughout the facility with torn walls, loose wire flooring, chewed up wooden door frames, chewed up entrances, chewed up plastic housing units that had not been replaced or repaired. " "Affects approximately 50 animals."
July 25, 2005: "During the time of inspection, the indoor whelping room wall, outdoor pens, runs, housing units, water buckets, feeding receptacles and raised outdoor wire units had an excessive amount of grim, dirt and debris build that had not been washed and sanitized for a period of time. The owner indicated that the outdoor housing units had not been power washed/sanitized since the early part of spring. All housing units, food and water receptacles need to be washed and sanitized at least once every 2 weeks or more often if necessary to prevent an accumulation of dirt, excreta, and other disease hazards and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 107 animals. Correct by 8/25/05.***
July 25, 2005: During the time of inspection, there were weeds, grass, bushes inside and around the ground pens, underneath raised units and alongside the fence where the animals were contained that were ranging from 1/2 feet to over 4 feet in height that had not been cut or maintained."
July 25, 2005: "During the time of inspection, the Noisy and Quite Building had missing window screens. There was a large accumulation of flies/gnats on the walls, floors, and ceiling areas of both indoor buildings. The east outdoor "L" pens with Weimaraner pups had flies on them and a pest control system was not established for all of the facilities." "Affects 82 animals."
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--Ura Gingerich, Seymour, Iowa--
April 18, 2006: "The owner needs to provide wind/rain breaks at the entrances of the dog houses on the south side of the building. The three sided shelter has 2 pens with 8 small dogs in each pen and only one shelter. More shelters are needed so as all of the dogs can get into the shelters and move about in a normal manner. (Affects approx 55 animals.)"
May 22, 2004: "All adult dogs must be identified. If collar and tags are used the tag must have the dog's I.D. number the letters USDA and the owner's license number. (Affects approx. 40 dogs.)"
May 22, 2004: "the dogs outside must have a shelter with four sides, a roof and floor and must be large enough so that all of the dogs in the enclosure can get into the shelter and stand, sit and turn about in a normal manner or offer more than one shelter. (Affects approx 20 dogs.)"
May 22, 2004: "The outdoor pens need to have gravel, sand, hay or some other kind of substrate so the dogs can stay clean. During the inspection the pens were quite muddy. (Affects approx 20 dogs.)"
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--David and Michel Lasiter--Show Me Puppies--Pierce City, Missouri--(a broker)
Feb, 13, 2007: "There was a strong ammonia/waste odor in the brokerage building upon entry. THE AMMONIA ODOR WAS STRONG ENOUGH TO MAKE THE INSPECTOR COUGH. The owner must increase the level of ventilation and cleaning in the building in a manner that prevents this ammonia buildup. This is necessary for the health and wellbeing of the animals. This affects 38 dogs."
Feb. 13, 2007: "There are 37 puggles that are in outdoor pens around the brokerage building. These animals do not have any shelter from the elements."
Feb. 13, 2007: "There are 37 puggles that are in outdoor pens around the brokerage building. The shelters for the dogs do not have wind/rain breaks at the entrance."
Feb. 13, 2007: "There is no bedding for the animals in the outdoor portions of the kennel and brokerage areas. The owner must provide clean dry bedding for the animals anytime the temperature falls below 50 deg F. " "This affects 91 dogs".... "The temperature at time of inspection was 28 deg F."
Feb. 13, 2007: "There is one St. Bernard puppy that is app 10 weeks old. This animal's HEAD IS TOUCHING THE TOP OF THE CAGE. The cage dimensions are 24 x 30 inches and 20 inches in height. The owner must provide housing for the animal that allows the dog to stand in a normal manner."
Feb. 13, 2007: "There are 4 puggle puppies that DO NOT HAVE THE MINIMUM 6 INCHES OF HEADROOM."
Oct. 5, 2006: "The outdoor fencing of the brokerage area is not keeping the animals secure. There are 26 dogs in 3 pens. The animals can go from pen to pen by digging under the wire or climbing over the fence." "This affects 26 dogs."
Oct. 5, 2006: "There was a very strong ammonia odor in the brokerage building upon entry. THE AMMONIA LEVEL WAS STRONG ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE INSPECTOR TO COUGH." "This affects at least 37 puppies."
Oct. 5, 2006: "The outdoor pens portion of the facility (brokerage area) have 7 enclosures/shelters for the 26 dogs in the 3 pens. These shelters do not allow the animals sufficient space to allow each dog and cat to turn about freely, to stand, sit, and lie in a comfortable, normal position." "This affects 26 dogs."
Oct. 5, 2006: "There are 18 dogs in 9 34 x 29 inch cages (6.84 sq. ft) in the kennel building. 7 cages with 2 dogs per cage, 1 cage with 3 dogs and 1 cage with one rat terrier. The animals range from 15 to 20 inches in length. The smaller animals require a minimum of 3 sq ft per animals, not including the exercise space. The larger animals will need at least 4.69 square feet of space at the minimum. The owner must provide the animals with cages that are suitable for the animals and provide them the necessary living and exercise space. This affects 18 dogs."
June 8, 2006: "The owner has changed attending veterinarians but did not complete the APHIS 7002 to reflect the change."
June 8, 2006: "The APHIS 7005's do not accurately portray the actual count of animals in the kennel facility. The owner must keep the records updated to accurately portray the inventory. The records show 38 animals but the physical count is 53 animals."
June 8, 2006: "There was an accumulation of waste on the supports of the pen in the whelping building and on the bottom of one pen in the whelping building. This waste has accumulated over several days (at least 1 week). All areas in contact with the animals must be spot cleaned daily and any waste removed daily. This affects at least 10 dogs."
June 8, 2006: "There are 16 dogs in the facility that their enclosures do not provide them protection from the elements."
June 8, 2006: "There is a plastic barrel used as a shelter for 3 dogs. The barrel is not secured-it can move and roll; also this barrel does not provide a flat resting area for the animals. This barrel does not provide suitable space for the number of animals contained in this pen."
June 8, 2006: "There are 3 cages whose dimensions are 34 x 24 inches. Each of the cages house 2 dogs that will require a minimum of 4 sq ft each. The cages have 5.6 sq feet each. The owner must provide cages that provide the necessary minimum space requirements."
June 8, 2006: "There is one puggle puppy that DOES NOT HAVE THE MINIMUM 6 INCHES OF HEADROOM."
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--Pamela Hatton, Rainy Creek Kennel, Sims, Arkansas--
July 12, 2006: "At the time of this inspection, animal wastes have been allowed to accumulate in pools on the ground next to the concrete slab of the outdoor enclosures. Animal wastes must be removed from the kennel area regularly and not be allowed to accumulate excessively on the ground." "This affects 20 animals."
July 27, 2005: "There are some dog doors that have an accumulation of grime built up on the doors. This needs to be corrected to protect the dogs from any bacteria present."
Nov. 8, 2004 (No noncompliant items) Adult canine: 74 Puppies: 40.
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--Abner Knepp, Montgomery, Indiana--
February 14, 2006: "Currently there are several open bags of feed in both buildings. These bags need to be placed into some type of sealed container as to protect the food from spoilage or vermin infestation."
February 14, 2006: "Currently the pits under the enclosures are filled with water after cleaning and then are flushed out every 2 days. During the inspection there was a strong urine/feces odor in the kennel. These pits need to be flushed often enough to minimize odors and to prevent the accumulation of feces. It is possible that some type of deodorizer may need to be used when flushing out to prevent the buildup of odors on surfaces of the kennels. These pits need to be cleaned and sanitized also to minimize disease risks."
February 14, 2006: "Currently the licensee is only sanitizing a cage when a dog moves out of it, and the feeders are being sanitized as needed. The enclosures and the feed receptacles will need to be cleaned first with a detergent cleaner, then sanitized, every 2 weeks at least. Failure to properly clean and sanitize will encourage disease problems."
February 1, 2005: "Animal inventory: 250 adult dogs, 65 puppies."
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--Theron and Vickie Oxley, Wasola, Missouri--
August 23, 2006: under "Outdoor housing facilities": "In the outdoor chain link enclosures there are 9 enclosures that do not provide adequate shelter space for the animals in the enclosure. One of these enclosures has 2 medium size dogs and the shelter is made of a 55 gallon plastic barrel that is cut in half and on its end. When one of the dogs is in the enclosure, the other does not have room to sit, stand, lie in a normal manner and turn about freely. The first enclosure has 3 Corgis and 2 barrels which does not provide the required space for the third dog in this enclosure. The other 7 enclosures have 3 dogs one barrel. In cold rainy conditions, one of the dogs will not have shelter from the weather. For the health and well being of the enclosed dogs, shelter must be provided so that each dog can access it and have enough room to sit, stand and lie in a normal manner and to turn about freely. This affects 26 adult dogs."
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--Michelle Baker, Baker's Kozy Kennels, Huntington, Arkansas--
June 1, 2006: "Dog #4737130368, a black male Havanese mix, had an interdigital lesion between digits three and four on the left front foot. The open lesion was approximately the size of a pea, raised, reddened, and fluid filled.
Dog #030525008, a female Yorkshire Terrier, had fluid filled interdigital lesions on all four feet. The largest was on the back right foot, was about the size of a grape, and was fluid filled. Both dogs were bright, alert, and active. Neither animal was exhibiting lameness. These dogs must be examined for any health related problems that includes the following information:
-Identity of the animal
-Descriptions of the illness or injury
-Dates, details, and results of examinations, tests, and other such procedures -Dates and other details of treatment, including the name, dose, route, frequency, and duration of treatment with drugs or other medications. This affects two animals. To be corrected by June 3, 2006."
June 1, 2006: "Puppies were housed on wire where the openings in the floor were too large and allowed the puppies' feet to pass through. If a suspended floor is used, the surface must not allow the puppies' feet to pass through. A solid surface or a wire with smaller openings must be used in place of the existing surface. This affects at least ten animals."
Animal Inventory: Adult dogs = 128, puppies = 78.
"Note: labeling of medication was discussed with the licensee. Any medications for use on covered animals must have a label affixed to the container with the following information:
- the date dispensed (if purchased from a veterinarian)
- the drug name, i.e. Amoxicillin
- drug concentration, i.e. 100mg tablets
- the date mixed if purchased in powder form
- the dosage and directions for use, i.e. give two tablets twice daily for 10 days
- the expiration date The manufacturer's label will suffix [sic] if it contains the above information. Note: Any medication not approved for use in dogs, for example, cattle ivermectin dewormer, must be listed in the Program of Veterinary Care (PVC) and approved by the attending veterinarian. The dosage and directions for use must also be listed in the PVC."
Jan. 22, 2007: "The licensee was using medications not approved for use in dogs and not approved by the attending veterinarian. These medications included ivermectin, equine and cattle fenbendazole, equine pyrantel pamoate, bovine and swine tylosin, equine gentamicin. All medications not labeled for use in dogs must be approved by the attending veterinarian and must be listed on the Program of Veterinary Care (PVC). The mixing instructions (if any), dosage, and directions for use must also be listed on the PVC. This affects all animals."
Jan. 22, 2007: "The licensee was using medication that had no expiration date on the container, and no clear concentration of the medication. The label stated the medication was Zenequin tablets and had the number "25" next to the brand name. The licensee stated she had given this to only three animals. All medications for use in the animals must have an expiration date and the concentration of the drug."
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--Juanita Willis, Juanita Kennel, Newalla, OK--
Oct. 3, 2005: "REPEAT NCI" [NCI stands for non-compliant item and means the breeder violated the same regulation at the previous inspection.] "The veterinarian had not visited the premises for over a year in September of 2004. The veterinarian has since passed away and a new veterinarian had not been to visit the premises. A 'program of veterinary care' form was left at the facility and should be filled out, signed by the veterinarian and he/she should visit the premises."
Oct. 3, 2005: "Posts between the second and third pens and the third and fourth pens have posts, at the building, which have nails in the posts that are backing out of the building or are totally missing. The posts should be repaired or replaced to prevent injury to the dogs in the enclosure."
Oct. 3, 2005: "REPEAT NCI." Feces, dirt and hair have accumulated in the cracks and need to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to prevent harboring places for potentially harmful organisms."
Sept. 27, 2006: "An inspection was attempted on September 27, 2006, at 2:30 p.m., but the licensee was not home. The licensee must be available during normal business hours, and if the licensee cannot be available during normal business hours, a responsible adult (18 years of age or older) shall be made available to accompany APHIS officials during the inspection process."
Mar. 1, 2007: "REPEAT NCI." "A responsible adult was not available to allow access and accompany inspection at 10:30 A.M. on 2/28/07. This was the second official notice of an attempted inspection."
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--Paul Nichols, Countree Meadows, Culbertson, Nebraska--
Sept. 27, 2005: "Outdoor housing facilities: Pens 3, 4, and 6 of the hutch pens have housing shelters that are not large enough to house all dogs in a manner that allow the three dogs in each pen to sit, stand, lie down in a normal manner or turn about freely. These dogs are in need of being relocated to other pens that contains shelters of adequate size. This affects 9 dogs."
Sept. 27, 2005: "Pens 17, 27, 33, 37, 40 and 41 of the outdoor kennels are all in need of having additional housing installed or of having the dogs moved to pens that contain adequate housing. All of these pens listed need to have either an extra house added or at least one dog moved from the pen. This affects 18 dogs."
Sept. 27, 2005: "Pens 4 and 5 on the top row on the east side of the sundowner, and the far north pen on the east side on the bottom row of the sundowner all have holes in the plastic flooring. These holes in the flooring must be repaired in a manner so that they are structurally sound and protect the dogs from injury. This affects 9 dogs."
Sept. 27, 2005: "Pens #32 has a house that is no longer structurally sound. This house has lost most of the shingles on the roof, chewed wood on the interior and exterior and exposed nail heads. The house needs to be removed and an adequate house installed or the 3 dogs in this pen need to be moved to another pen with adequate housing."
Sept. 27, 2005: "The chain link divider panels and gate fronts in pens 8, 38, and 39 are in need of being replaced or repaired in a manner so that they contain the dogs securely and protect the dogs from injury. This affects 9 dogs."
September 27, 2005: "Seven pens containing 16 puppies in the broker kennel had large breed puppies enclosed that did not have the required 6 inches of space over the head of the puppies in a normal standing position. Larger cages are in need of being installed to accommodate the larger breed puppies." [The inspector gave the breeder over a month to correct this violation.]
--Michael and Betty Kauffman, Conodoguinet Creek Kennel, Newburg, PA-
May 11, 2004-"The written Program of Veterinary Care (PVC) was last signed 21 May 2002 and did not include complete information on the disease prevention and control methods. Distemper vaccine with expiration date of February 2004, and Rabies vaccine with expiration date April 2004 were present at the facility. The methods of disease control and prevention must be outlined by the veterinarian and followed to assure that animals do not become or remain sick. Use of expired biologics is not considered appropriate and could fail to prevent or cure disease."
May 11, 2004-"Twenty-one animals were not recorded on records with their microchip number as required. Date of dispositions and complete accurate information were not recorded for many transactions. All of the required information must be recorded to assure accurate tracking of the animals."
Dec. 21, 2005-"Four outdoor runs had enclosures, facing the prevailing wind, which did not have adequate wind break. The temperature at the time of inspection was 34.1 degrees with a wind gusting to 4 mph for a wind chill of 24.8 degrees. A wind break needs to be provided to maintain the health and comfort of the animals."
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--Levi Brubaker, Le Em Kennel, Martinsburg, PA-
April 5, 2006-Prelicense Inspection #1-"The written program of veterinary care was incomplete and failed to provide details regarding the schedule of visits by the veterinarian, parasite control program, and emergency care. The listed method of euthanasia, use of a neuromuscular blocking agent, was inappropriate and not consistent with the current Report of the AVMA Panel on Euthanasia. Information provided by the applicant indicates this method has been used by the veterinarian for euthanasia of dogs."
April 5, 2006-"The drug supply cabinet shelves were severely rusted. Veterinary equipment must be rust-free in order to facilitate the required cleaning and sanitation."
April 5, 2006-"Several dogs were observed to have long toenails."
April 5, 2006-"Expired drugs were found in the animal facility. The use of expired drugs, fluids, and medical materials is not considered to be acceptable veterinary practice and may adversely affect animal treatment."
April 5, 2006-"Whelping/puppy room and kennels: Ceiling incandescent light fixtures were not equipped with a protective cover. Light fixture covers protect the animals and food supplies from the hazards of glass fragments should the light bulbs break."
April 5, 2006-"A whelping box frame, wood construction, was incompletely sealed to facilitate cleaning and sanitation."
April 5, 2006-"Food supplies were stored just inside the loading/receiving dock which may facilitate the entry of vermin into the food storage area. This area is also used for storage of equipment, machinery, and other miscellaneous items which may provide harborage for pests and vermin."
April 5, 2006-"Indoor housing facilities--Kennel for large dog breeds: This kennel, housing 69 dogs, had a noticeable level of animal excreta odors."
April 5, 2006--"Indoor housing facilities-Kennel for large dog breeds: Construction of parts of the front walls were not complete, exposing underlying wood materials, and were neither painted nor sealed to facilitate cleaning and sanitation."
April 5, 2006-"Primary enclosures-1) Kennel for small dog breeds-a) Wire mesh doors for the suspended dog enclosures failed to close tightly, creating gaps which could entangle the animals and/or allow animal escapes. b) Wood frames for the suspended dog enclosures were not completely painted or sealed to facilitate cleaning and sanitation. c) Wire mesh floors (1 ½ " x 1 ½ ") for the suspended dog enclosures allowed dogs' feet to pass through the openings in the floor.
2) Kennel for large dog breeds-a) wood frames for the suspended dog enclosures were not completely painted or sealed to facilitate cleaning and sanitation. b) The frames/wire mesh floors of several enclosures were observed to sag under the weight of the larger dogs."
April 5, 2006-"Whelping/puppy room: An enclosure, 30" x 30", housing 3 bichon puppies, each requiring 3.3 square feet of floor space (based upon the above calculation) ["(length of dog in inches + 6) x (length of dog in inches + 6) = required floor space in square inches"] had a total floor space of 6.25 square feet that failed to provide the minimum required space for the puppies."
April 5, 2006-"An exercise plan for dogs was not available for examination."
April 5, 2006-"Cleaning/sanitization of dog enclosures and food and water receptacles was not conducted with an appropriate detergent and disinfectant or a combination detergent/disinfectant."
April 5, 2006-"1) The loading/receiving dock for the animal facility was used for storage of fence materials, a bicycle, and other materials. 2) Food storage area: Ceiling incandescent light fixture was not equipped with a protective cover. 3) The metal utility cart in the whelping/puppy room had rusted surfaces which prevents adequate cleaning/sanitation."
"Animal inventory: 210 dogs, 74 puppies."
June 20, 2006-"The written program of veterinary care was incomplete and failed to provide details regarding the schedule of visits by the veterinarian, parasite control program, and emergency care. The use of a neuromuscular blocking agent, listed as a method of euthanasia, was an inappropriate method of euthanasia and not consistent with the current Report of the AVMA Panel on Euthanasia. Information provided by the applicant indicates this method has been used by the veterinarian for euthanasia of dogs. In addition, the program of veterinary care has not been updated to include newborn procedures, e.g. tail dock procedure, and dental care for prevention/treatment of dental calculus and periodontal disease."
June 20, 2006-"1) Expired drug, epinephrine injection 1:1000 (30 ml vial, lot 1091132, expired 9/2004) was found in the animal facility. The use of expired drugs, fluids, and medical materials is not considered to be acceptable veterinary practice and may adversely affect animal treatment. 2) Kennel for large dog breeds: Several dogs were observed to have mild to severe dental calculus. In addition, dog #064-037-012, #063-630-257, and #086, 573-620, were observed to have severe periodontal disease, including loss of teeth and oral infection. A veterinarian has not been notified for examination, diagnosis, and treatment and control of any associated discomfort and pain."
June 20, 2006-"Available records of animals acquired, owned, held, including offspring born; and records of animals sold, euthanized, or otherwise disposed, were incomplete. The records failed to include all required details for the dogs in the facilities. The records also failed to provide information for the adult dogs and puppies sold, transferred, or otherwise disposed since the last inspection."
June 20, 2006-"A whelping box frame, wood construction, was incompletely painted."
June 20, 2006-"The joints/seams in the rear wall were not sealed to prevent possible entry of vermin and unwanted pests."
June 20, 2006-"Primary Enclosures-kennel for small breed dogs-a) Suspended enclosures constructed of wire mesh floors with 1 in. x 1 in. openings: The mesh floors allowed the feet of small puppies to pass through the openings. The feet of 13 puppies were observed to pass through the openings." b) Suspended enclosures constructed of wire mesh floors with 1 ½ in. x 1 ½ in. openings: The mesh floors allowed the feet of small dogs to pass through the openings. The feet of 2 small breed dogs were observed to pass through the openings. c) The wire mesh floors of 2 enclosures, each housing 2 Pugs, were observed to sag under the weight of the larger dogs."
June 20, 2006-"Kennel for small breed dogs-Enclosure 25, floor measuring 36 in. x 36 in., housing 2 Dachshunds, each requiring 5.4 sq. ft. of floor space (based upon the above calculation) had a total floor space of 9.00 square ft. that failed to provide the minimum required space for the dogs."
June 20, 2006-"Animal inventory-177 dogs, 63 puppies."
June 28, 2006-"Animal inventory-179 dogs, 58 puppies."
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--Ed Van Doorn, Squaw Creek Kennels, Barnes City, Iowa-
2000-"Official Warning-Violation of Federal Regulations-The Department of Agriculture has evidence that on our about (see dates below) you or your organization committed the following violation of Federal Regulations: 4-Jan, 30- Jan, 14-Feb, 20-Mar, 27-Mar, 25-Apr, 15-May, 29-May, 20-Jun, & 17-Jul-2000. Section 2.78(a) Shipping puppies across state lines with invalid health certificate. Titles 7 & 9 Coded of Federal Regulations were promulgated to help prevent the spread of animal and plant pests and diseases and assure the humane treatment of animals. Since violations of the regulations can have serious and costly impact detrimental to the public interest, you are warned of this violation. Any further violation of these regulations may result in the assessment of a civil penalty or criminal prosecution."
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--Darrel and Jean Mogck, Fairview Kennel, Yankton, SD--
June 23, 2006: "Some of the outside pens have an accumulation of fecal material on the plastic decking and underneath on the catch pans. Solid waste must be removed from all pen surfaces each day to prevent potential for bacterial, viral, and/or odor contamination."
June 23, 2006: "Westernmost pen: There is a large hole in the plastic flooring of this pen which contain 4 Italian Greyhounds. The hole presents an injury potential."
June 23, 2006: "Easternmost pen: Plastic flooring in this pen containing 4 Italian Greyhound puppies has a seam that is starting to gap. The dogs' feet/legs could pass through and cause injury."
April 20, 2005: "The spring loaded metal dog door on this kennel has a sharp point on the upper end. Dogs could be injured in the face and/or eye by this door, as they have to push it with their nose/face to open."
April 20, 2005: "On the date of the inspection, it was noted that 2 adult Italian greyhounds, with an approximate body length of 20 inches, were being housed in a portable kennel that measure 36 x 24 inches (6 square feet). Each group housed dog of this approximate length would require 4.694 square feet.
This cage is too small. Facility is using numerous portable (non permanent) cages such as this.
Concern exists that there is overcrowding potential for other dogs within this facility. Lack of adequate space can lead to stress and behavioral/health issues. Owners must take care to measure dogs and cages and do approximate computations to ensure minimum space requirements are met."
April 20, 2005: "At the time of this inspection, it was noted that 3 border collies in various portable cages did not have the required 6" of head clearance. Owners must provide minimal housing that has the adequate space between the tallest dog's head and the top of the cage. Lack of adequate space can lead to stress and behavioral/health issues."
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--Susan Boyd, Brook Park, MN-
July 25, 2006: "There were two pens housing 5 weaned puppies and one pen housing 4 weaned puppies in the puppy room. The pens measure 24 by 36 inches which calculates to 6 square feet. The puppy length average was 12 inches making the space requirement for each puppy is 2.25 square feet. Therefore, 5 puppies in one primary enclosure require 11.25 square feet and 4 puppies require 9 square feet which is not enough space for the puppies. Weaned puppies need adequate space to ensure their comfort and their health and well being. Provide adequate space for the puppies and for the adult dog. Correct by 1 August 2006. This affects 14 animals indirectly."
July 25, 2006: "There was a pen measuring 8 square feet that housed an individual dog that measured 19 inches in length. The dog requires 8.6 square feet of space to be exempt from exercise. This facility does not exercise the dogs as it relies on providing adequate space for the animals. The dog needs adequate space in its primary enclosure to ensure its comfort and health and wellbeing. Provide adequate space for the dog and/or develop and implement an exercise plan for the individually housed animals."
According to http://www.barkbytes.com/suspend/suspindx.htm, between 3/14/06 and 9/14/06, Susan Boyd was "suspended from all AKC privileges for having submitted, or caused to be submitted, two litter registration applications that she knew, or should have known, or had a duty to know, contained false certifications as to the sire/and or dam of two litters (DNA exclusion). A $500 fine was also imposed."
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--Ella Raber, Buckeye Dog Auction, Baltic, Ohio--
Feb. 28, 2007: "The large dog enclosures along the right side of the facility were not cleaned since the last auction. Several piles of excrement were observed under cages that didn't have any dogs in them. The enclosure holding the boxer puppies had old dried-out feces underneath it. Failure to adequately clean and sanitize the enclosures between uses exposes the newly arriving dogs to possible disease and parasite infestations from the dogs previously held. Licensee needs to thoroughly clean and sanitize each enclosure between auctions. "
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--Bob & Sheila Hughes, Southwest Auction Service, Wheaton, Missouri--
March 30, 2007: "There were two areas of the facility that had dogs in caging not meeting the minimum required floor space. In the main auction holding area the stack cages are 24" x 30". One dog was measured at 20" in length. These dogs required 14.08 square feet and had 5 square feet. There was one enclosure with two Miniature Pinschers. They were approximately the same size. One of the dogs measured 16" in length. These dogs required 6.72 square feet and had 5 square feet. There were at least four other enclosures with 2 dogs each. Although these dogs were not measured, they did not appear to have the minimum required floor space based on the comparison of the other measured dogs."
March 30, 2007: "In the sundowner building without the outdoor runs, there was one pen that had two Lhasa Apsos in it. The pen measured 28" x 28" of floor space. There is a pvc pipe that runs the interior perimeter of the pen and reduces the wall to wall measurement of the space. The two dogs were approximately the same size. One dog was measured at 18" in length. These two dogs required 8 square feet and had 5.4 square feet."
March 30, 2007: "The licensee must ensure that all dogs are in enclosures that meet the minimum floor space requirements of this section to ensure the health and well being of the animals. The licensee must also ensure that the floor space requirements meet the exercise needs of the animals as stated on his written program of exercise approved by the attending veterinarian."
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Allen and Mary Yoder, Country Kennels, Coalgate, Oklahoma
August 20, 2007: "Inside the block building housing 36 adult dogs the urine and ammonia level was strong enough that it was burning my eyes while doing the inspection. There are open windows but they are not adequate enough to keep the ammonia levels to a point where the dogs are not having to inhale the smell and possibly do damage to the lungs and have upper respiratory infection. Fans, turbine fans in the ceiling, air conditioner, a good ventilation system installed, or more open windows to allow good air flow is needed."
August 20, 2007: "Two pens outside and in the back of the block building has a wire panel between the pens. The pens are not attached good enough to be structurally sound. It is leaning into one of the pens and could fall on the dogs and cause injury."
August 20, 2007: "17 very small puppies are being housed on ¾ inch coated wire. The opening in the wire is too big and at time of inspection puppies' feet fell through the openings. There was a carpet square being provided but nothing to keep the pups on the carpet and off the wire flooring. Dogs' feet are not allowed to pass through the wire because injury could happen to the feet or legs of each pup."
August 20, 2007: "Underneath the elevated enclosures of the block building the drain is made of white plastic. Standing urine from the dogs in the top enclosures is not being removed often enough to prevent accumulation. During the inspection the urine was standing and the ammonia level was strong."
August 20, 2007: "5 large outside pens housing 11 adult dogs have grass knee high inside the enclosures..Grass has to be mowed to keep fleas, ticks, snakes, flies, and mice to a minimum."
April 11, 2007: "One pen in the far east building had 4 yorkies in the enclosure. The dogs did not have enough room to sit, stand, lie down, or turn about freely. Each dog needs enough room to do all the normal postural adjustments needed for the health of the dogs."
April 11, 2007: "One pen in the far east building had 5 shi tzus in the enclosure. Inside the dogs did not have enough room to sit, stand, lie down, or turn about freely."
April 11, 2007: "The block building had 3 pens housing 3 dogs with broken wire flooring. The flooring had been destroyed by the dogs and had gaps large enough that an injury could occur."
April 11, 2007: "One outside pen with 3 dogs and numerous pens inside the block building with 12 dogs had old dried fecal matter in the pens..Enclosures need to be cleaned daily to prevent accumulation of fecal matter or waste. If fecal matter is not removed flies will be a problem due to the temperatures."
October 23, 2006: "Outdoor housing facilities: 6 dogs houses with 12 dogs are missing wind/rain breaks at the entrance of each house. Houses need a break to keep wind and rain from entering the house and dogs becoming wet."
October 23, 2006: "Inside the block building housing 18 dogs there was a strong urine odor due to not being cleaned and sanitized. There was fecal matter and old urine standing on the drain beneath the elevated pens."
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--Judy Hodge-Smith, St. Elizabeth, Missouri--
May 18, 2007: "Inside the enclosure housing four Bichon Frises in the second adult building at the North and West end of the facility (South side of building/upper tier/Easternmost enclosure), one of the dogs had a fecal mat around its rectum. Similarly, in the building at the North and East end of the facility (West side of building, lower tier), there was a Silky Terrier housed with a Schnauzer and a Yorkshire Terrier, that had a fecal mat over its rectum. These fecal mats need to be removed to prevent trauma and irritation to the underlying skin and ensure the comfort and well-being of the dogs."
May 18, 2007: "In one of the enclosures housing two adult Schnauzers and one Poodle in the building at the North and East end of the facility (West side of building, lower tier), one of the rubberized floor squares has come loose from the PVC support structure, resulting in a gap. In addition, the wire composing the top of the enclosure is hanging down in front of the dog door to the inside. This wire could harm the dogs as they move from the inside to the outside of the enclosure. The floor also needs to be secured to ensure that the dogs cannot hurt themselves. A program must be in place to ensure that all enclosures are free of any sharp points that can hurt the dogs and have floors that are maintained to protect the dogs' feet and legs from injury."
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--Mary Pelton, Hamilton, Missouri--
July 11, 2007: "Found approximately 6 adult breeding dogs in 4 plastic coated wire pens with two wire partitions that are excessively chewed leaving several protruding wire points in both areas."
July 19, 2006 (not a violation) Adults: 108. Pups: 50.
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--Ken and Debbie Turner, Cozy Country Kennel, Macks Creek, Missouri--
April 3, 2006: "Outdoor housing facilities: There were 6 boxer puppies that were only provided with one dog house in their outdoor pen. This dog house does not provide enough room for each of these dogs to be able to sit, stand, lie down and turn about freely. These dogs need to be provided with either larger dog houses or more dog houses to provide the dogs with the room to make the above mentioned movements."
February 17, 2005: "The attending veterinarian needs to sign, showing that he has made the required visit to the facility. The last recorded visit was in Dec 8, 2003. This item affects approximately 504 dogs."
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--Patsy Evans, Tara Winds Kennel, Purdy, Missouri--
June 8, 2006: "There is an excessive amount of flies under the cages in the IG building at the farm house location. There are flies around the back side of the bulldog building as well. There needs to be additional fly control in these areas. There was one fly jar in place, but this is not effective enough with the amount of flies in the area. The licensee must have more fly control in these areas that is safe and effective to prevent the pests that can cause disease hazards."
December 8, 2005: "Outdoor housing facilities: The licensee has converted a metal building on the far property for temporary overflow holding of dogs. The building will be in use until February when the dogs are sold. This housing building meets the requirements of outdoor housing. There is a stove to keep the chill out but the temperature cannot be maintained and the walls, ceilings, and floors are not impervious to moisture. The licensee has caging in this building with washdowns. However, there are no shelter boxes to provide additional protection to the animals from the extremes in temperature. As long as the licensee is using this barn for housing, there must be some shelter unit in each of the pens to provide the animals protection from the cold. This affects 34 dogs."
December 8, 2005: "There is one pen at the far kennel in the bulldog building. This is the end pen with 2 bulldogs and one corgi. The bulldogs have chewed the plastic covering the wood of the interior door. The wood is exposed, the edges of the plastic are raw and sharp, and the dogs are catching the broken plastic with their toes as they jump up and down."
December 8, 2005: "There is one pen in this same building at the front of the building that is housing a poodle mother dog and 4 puppies. The plastic wall adjacent to the red plastic feeder has been chewed through and the puppies were sticking their heads through the opening." "Both of these pens must be repaired to prevent the animals from escaping, injuring themselves, and to maintain structural soundness."
December 8, 2005: "There are two pens in the upper whelping building by the house that have 1x1 inch openings in the vinyl coated wire flooring. The feet of the puppies in these two pens are falling through the openings. The licensee must replace or cover this flooring and maintain it in such a way that the feet and legs of the puppies in the pens do not fall through the openings which can cause injury to the animals."
December 8, 2005: "The licensee had the dog noted on the previous inspection seen and treated and there was a record of treatment."
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--Pamela Baldwin, Samples Creek Kennel, Edgar Springs, Missouri-
July 23, 2005: "In several enclosures at the facility, there were dogs that had hair loss and had signs of a skin disorder. The Boxers, a Bassett hound and the Weimaraners in the outside runs should have work done to determine the cause of the skin disorder and the hair loss. Licensee advised that a skin scraping would be taken, the sample analyzed and a treatment plan implemented. This affects all of the animals showing signs of the skin disorder and hair loss."
July 23, 2005: "In the whelping house there is an accumulation of hair, dirt, and other matter hanging on the cages. The block walls that separates the runs has an accumulation of dirt and grime that should be removed then cleaned and sanitized. Any surfaces that the animals come in contact with should be cleaned and sanitized to insure the health and well-being of the animals."
July 23, 2005: Several of the large outdoor runs southeast of the whelping building. The runs containing the Bassett, Boxers, and Weimaraners had weeds, bush and grasses that should be removed from the enclosures. The removal of vegetation will help reduce or eliminate the breeding areas for rodents, pest and other vermin."
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--Scott Strobel, Strobel Kennels, Eureka, South Dakota-
October 18, 2006: "Outdoor housing facilities. At the time of this inspection, the shelters provided for the Saint Bernards and Standard Poodles did not have wind/rain breaks to protect the dogs from the weather. The licensee stated that he would have these wind/rain breaks up by October 23rd, 2006."
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--Mid-America Pet Broker, Neosho, Missouri--
Oct. 22, 2007: The regulation: "Each dog housed in a primary enclosure (including weaned puppies) must be provided a minimum amount of FLOOR SPACE [emphasis ours], calculated as follows: Find the mathematical square of the sum of the length of the dog in inches (measured from the tip of its nose to the base of its tail) plus 6 inches; then divide the product by 144."
The violation: "The animals in those cages do not have enough space.
-There are German Shepherd puppies in 30 x 30 inch cages. These dogs are app 24 to 28 inches in length.
-There are boxers of the same size in the same sized cages.
-There is 1 cages that has 2 boxers in it and 2 cages that have 2 German Shepherd puppies in them. The owner must provide adequate space for each animal in that all the animals have adequate space. This is necessary to comply with space requirements of the Animal Welfare Act. This affects 64 dogs. The cages in the facility vary from 24 x 30 inches to 30 x 30 inches. "
Oct. 22, 2007: The regulation: The interior HEIGHT [emphasis ours] of a primary enclosure must be at least 6 inches higher than the head of the tallest dog in the enclosure when it is in a normal standing position."
The violation: "The cages in the facility vary from 24 x 30 inches to 30 x 30 inches in size. The cages vary from 12 to 30 inches in height. These cages are not large enough for the animals contained in them. The large puppies vary from 24 to 24 inches in length from base of tail to nose.
-There were 3 cages with German Shepherds in them. The length of these animals required that they be provided a minimum of 11 sq feet per animal.
-There were 2 cages with boxers in them. The boxers were similar in size to the German Shepherds. These animals must be provided a minimum of 11 sq feet per animal. The ownership/management of this facility must take aggressive action in maintaining suitable cage sizes for each animal.
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--Robert and Darlene Lourance, Duncan, Oklahoma--
Feb. 5, 2008: "The 7 year old female French Bulldog named "Anna Marie" has a left eye that is either missing or severely infected. There is only tissue with no eye visible where the eye would normally [be]. The owners indicated that the veterinarian had recently visited the facility and did not comment on the eye of this animal. The animal needs to be seen by the attending veterinarian to diagnose and properly treat the animal to comply with animal husbandry practices."
Feb. 5, 2008: "The 'Record of Acquisition and Dogs and Cats on Hand (7005 form) lists approximately 169 breeding adults. The total number of adults accounted for during inspection is 447 adults and 116 puppies. The 7005 form needs to be kept up to date and maintained at all times to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects 563 animals."
Feb. 5, 2008: "A majority of the outdoor housing units did not have wind/rain breaks provided at the entrances of the housing units. All outdoor housing units need a wind/rain break provided to provide shelter from weather conditions and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 250 animals."
Feb. 5, 2008: "Throughout the outdoor facility, the housing units have little to no bedding provided. The outdoor temperature recorded is 41 degrees F. All outdoor housing units must contain and adequate amount of clean, dry bedding when the temperature is below 50 degrees F. Additional bedding provided when the temperature is 35 degrees or lower to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects 299 animals."
Feb. 5, 2008: "Throughout the outdoor facility, the wooden and plastic housing units continue to be extremely chewed up at the entrances. The plastic housing units that are chewed up also have started to fall apart where they were snapped together. Wooden surfaces inside the housing units are extremely chewed or scratched up. House unit #164 has a hole in the floor which is visible from the entrance area. Another wooden housing unit has holds to the outside in the corner area of the wall. The owners have replaced some of the wooden units with plastic units since the last inspection. They have further indicated that all outdoor units will be replace with plastic units. All wooden surfaces, entrances and housing units must either be repaired or replaced to eliminate chewed up entrances, provide adequate protection from the weather, kept clean, sanitized and maintained on a regular basis to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 75 animals."
Feb. 5, 2008: "The outdoor facility has metal and plastic feeding receptacles. Some of the metal self feeding receptacles have rusted and started to crumble apart creating holes in the feeders. The plastic feeding receptacles are extremely chewed up around the edges and can no longer be sanitized properly. All feeding receptacles that are rusted and extremely chewed up must be replaced, kept clean and sanitized to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 20 animals."
Feb. 6, 2007: "A majority of the animals are currently identified using a microchip. However, some of the juvenile animals are not microchipped and have no identification provided. All of the puppies observed have no identification. There is no other approved identification system provided as a way of identifying the puppies and the animals are not microchipped. All animals on the premise that are held, purchased or acquired must be immediately identified as approved by the regulations set forth, kept up to date and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 150 animals."
Feb. 6, 2007: "Throughout the outdoor facility, the wooden and plastic housing units are extremely chewed up at the entrances. Some of the wooden entrance panels are chewed up to 1/4 of the original wall. The plastic housing units are chewed up to a point that it can no longer provide adequate shelter from the weather. The wooden surfaces in direct contact of the animals are also no longer impervious to moisture. All wooden surfaces in direct contact of the animals must be constructed of material that is impervious to moisture. The wooden and plastic housing units must either be replaced or repaired to eliminate chewed up entrances, provide adequate protection from the weather, maintained on a regular basis and comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 180 animals."
Feb. 6, 2007: "a majority of the indoor wire enclosures contain 3 to 4 animals per pen. Overcrowding is observed throughout the indoor facility. Some of the animals are observed to not have sufficient space to lie in a comfortable position all at once. The owner indicated that there is overcrowding due to grooming and preparation for a sale. She further indicated that the animals are unable to be housed outside due to the cold weather after they are groomed. The indoor primary wire enclosures must be constructed to provide sufficient space for all animals contained to eliminate overcrowding and comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 100 animals."
February 6, 2007: "The indoor primary enclosures, excluding the puppy room has an excessive amount of feces, hair, dirt and grime build up. The trays under some of the primary enclosures have a large build up of feces and hair that have not been properly cleaned out or sanitized. The outdoor east ground area next to the facility containing a washdown, has a build of feces, hair, debris and waste that has not been cleaned and sanitized for a period of time. The build up has started to cover the washdown including the ground area. Ground areas underneath other outdoor raised units also have a build up of waste that has not been removed. All primary enclosures, trays, washdowns and ground areas underneath housing units must either be raked, cleaned, washed, and/or sanitized as often as possible to prevent accumulation of feces, waste, reduce odors, disease hazards and comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 350 animals."
Sept. 26, 2006: "During the time of inspection, all puppies on the premise did not have any USDA approved identification system provided. All animals including puppies less than 16 weeks of age must be identified as indicated by the regulations and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects 196 animals."
Sept. 26, 2006: "During the time of inspection, the outdoor housing units located throughout the facility had the wooden or plastic entrances chewed up and had become jagged. One of the wooden housing units had a hole in the floor where the sharp points of the nails were sticking through. All housing units must be repaired or replaced to eliminate jagged edges and all nails removed and repaired to eliminate injury to the animals and personnel and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects approximately 30 animals."
Sept. 26, 2006: "During the time of inspection, the indoor washdown, the trays under the cages and housing units throughout the facility had an excessive amount of grime, dirt, mud, debris and other build up that had not been cleaned or sanitized for a period of time. The owner indicated that the outdoor housing units were cleaned out once a year. All housing units, trays and washdowns need to be washed and sanitized at least once every 2 weeks or more often as necessary to decrease odors, debris, dirt, disease hazards, and to comply with animal husbandry practices. Affects 601 animals."
Feb. 27, 2008: "Dear Mr. and Ms. Lourance, The enclosed APHIS Form 7060, 'Official Warning, Violation of Federal Regulations' is being issued to you for alleged violations of the Federal Animal Welfare Act. This notice is being issued at this time as a serious warning that if you fail to comply with the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act in the future, this citation and all past and future documented violations will be used to justify a more severe penalty. The Animal Welfare Act provides for penalties of up to $3,750 per violation."
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