citation_inspection: 18250

2.40 (b)(3) Junior ID # 31, an orange and white adult cat was diagnosed with respiratory illness on July 30, 2014.The written treatment plan provided by the attending veterinarian listed a 14 day protocol for antibiotics to have been completed by August 13, 2014. The licensee stated that the cat had not improved and she administered 1 1/2 cc of Batril on August 19, 2014 after which the cat was reported to seize. No emergency care was attempted. There are no label directions or written guidance from a licensed veterinarian on the use of Baytril in this cat. It has been 7 days since the completion of the prescribed treatments and the cat's condition has declined. Direct guidance and supervision by a licensed veterinarian is needed to ensure a proper diagnosis is made and that animals receive appropriate care. The licensee shall ensure that a mechanism of direct and frequent communication is utilized so that timely and accurate information on problems of animal health, behavior, and well-being is conveyed to the attending veterinarian. TO BE CORRECTED FROM THIS DAY FORWARD