citation_inspection: 11033

A brown goat that was noted by the inspectors on the inspection of 12-16-14 as lame and having difficulty moving still appeared to be having difficulty walking. The goat moved stiffly and seemed hesitant to move or place weight on its right rear leg. This goat had been seen by the attending veterinarian according to the facility president. It was diagnosed with arthritis and given an injection of cortisone according to the facility president. This had helped the goat according to the facility president. This goat requires evaluation by the attending veterinarian and additional treatment to alleviate its pain and suffering. This goat is to be evaluated by the attending veterinarian by close of business on 2-11-15. The tiger known as Sher Kahn was very hesitant to stand. When he did stand the muscles of all of his legs were trembling and the tiger appeared to be very weak. The tiger moved very slowly and stiffly. The tiger had not eaten any of its food from the night before. The facility president was aware of this animals condition and stated that the animal was old and had arthritis. This tiger was not on any treatment according to the facility president. This tiger is suffering in its current condition. This tiger requires evaluation by the attending veterinarian for treatment to alleviate its pain and suffering. This tiger is to be evaluated by the attending veterinarian by close of business on 2-11-15. The macaque known as Huey had a wound on the tip of its tail. This lesion was about 1/2 inch long and was red and raw. Tail wounds of this nature can spread rapidly if not treated in a timely fashion as the animal will continue to pick at this area. This can lead to infection which can ultimately require tail tip amputation. Wounds must be treated promptly to avoid unnecessary pain and suffering. This monkey requires evaluation by the attending veterinarian for treatment. This monkey is to be evaluated by the attending veterinarian by close of business on 2-11-15. Documentation of the veterinary evaluation for these animals with treatment recommendations and records must be maintained and available for review by APHIS officials.