citation_inspection: 24581

Pest Control. * There were numerous cockroaches observed during the inspection throughout most of the facility--both in and outside of animal enclosures. An excessive amount (too many to count) were observed along the top bar of the lemur enclosure. The licensee has been using an exterminator service on a monthly basis for over a year in an attempt to get the pest problem under control. There were numerous dead cockroaches throughout the facility and the licensee stated they are dying often enough that she has to sweep twice daily. While the pest control program seems to be eradicating numerous cockroaches, there were still too many live ones in the facility for the program to be considered effective. ** Cockroaches can easily transmit harmful pathogens and pose a health risk for the animals. *** The licensee must ensure that an effective pest control program is established and maintained to promote the health and well-being of the animals and reduce contamination by pests in animal areas. TO BE CORRECTED BY: 15 April 2016 The inspection and an exit interview were conducted by Dr. Amanda Owens (VMO), Mr. Bill Heine (ACI), and the licensee. Additional Inspectors Heine William, Animal Care Inspector