citation_inspection: 33428

Structural Strength ***The prairie dog enclosure has a mesh floor with approximately 1 inch by 1 inch diamond shaped openings. While there is straw bedding on much of the flooring, some areas are bare and the animals’ feet could become entrapped in the openings. Modifications must be employed to prevent entrapment hazards and foot injuries to the prairie dogs. ***Bear enclosure (catch area and den): The bear enclosure is in need of repair, specifically the den and catch area. The gate for the catch area appears to be held together by chains and locks, although one side of the gate has metal hinge attachments at the top and bottom. The catch area latch is secured with a large metal clip that can be easily opened by a person. An appropriate lock must be used to secure the gate to prevent unwanted entry of persons and the potential escape of the bear. The catch gate must be constructed in a manner that will contain the bear. The gate must have appropriate hinges installed to ensure the integrity of the gate to contain the bear. ***One side of the fence surrounding the den is held together with twine and the other side is not attached to any support pole. The fence must be structurally sound for the overall safety of the animal and public, and to prevent escape. ***The metal den is excessively rusty and holes are present in various areas where the den comes in contact with the ground. The holes in the den increases the risk of the bear being able to escape from this area and also allows for the entry of unwanted animals. The den must be replaced to ensure containment of the bear, to prevent the harborage of pests, and to provide shelter for the animal. ***The goat enclosure fencing has sharp points and loose fence posts that are easily moved by hand. This can result in injury or escape of the goats. The fence must be repaired for the safety of the animals. ***The squirrel cage has sharp points and gaps between the mesh sides and top. The licensee stated that on occasion he has found wild squirrels sharing the enclosure with the regulated animals. These issues may result in escape, injury or disease transmission. The squirrel cage must be repaired to prevent escape or access by wild animals. ***The Fallow deer enclosure has large gaps at the bottom of the fencing that may predispose to entanglement, injury or escape. The enclosure must be repaired for the safety of the animals. ***The zebu enclosure has large gaps at the bottom of the fencing that may predispose to entanglement, injury or escape. The enclosure must be repaired for the safety of the animals. ***A Jacob’s sheep enclosure containing six sheep has loose fencing held together by twine. This may predispose to entanglement, injury or escape. The enclosure must be repaired for the safety of the animals.