citation_inspection: 19305

There were dirty water receptacles in both the drive-through and petting zoo portions of the facility. There was bedding shavings on the bottom interior surface of the black water receptacle in the enclosure housing two juvenile cougars. There was a greenish brown discoloration to the surface of the concrete water troughs in two enclosures housing three tigers. There was also dirt, leaves, and other debris in the water. Contaminated water may harbor pathogens and increases the risk of disease for these animals. The licensee must clean and sanitize these water receptacles. To be corrected by: October 27, 2016. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. Additional Inspectors Tygart Michael, Supervisory Animal Care Specialist Whiteley Robert, Animal Care Inspector