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The following was noted in the primary procedure room and in the hallway: The countertops of the primary procedure room were cluttered, with cardboard boxes holding medical supplies, which cannot be readily sanitized. The chairs in the procedure room were fabric covered, and therefore could not be cleaned and sanitized and could collect fur from the rabbits that were brought into the room. There were needle caps, open eppendorf tubes and open bottles of water present in the procedure area. There was a sling for larger animals that was sitting in the hallway outside the dog runs. According to the facility, they have not used dogs in a protocol for 6 months to a year, but the sling was covered in fur and debris. A system to ensure the sanitation of the procedure rooms and animal equipment is important to prevent the spread of disease and maintain healthy animals. To be corrected by October 25, 2015 An exit briefing was conducted with the facility personnel by Dr. Katharine Frank and Dr. Alexandra Andricos Additional Inspectors Andricos Alexandra, Veterinary Medical Officer