citation_inspection: 3825

There are six (6) pasture areas which house animals part or all year. All areas have access to one or more of five (5) ponds on the site, one (1) area contains a fresh water source. Although previous water testing showed two (2) of the ponds had elevated levels of E. coli and were deemed non-potable at the time of such testing, no recent testing had been performed. While the facility had planned to install alternative temporary and permanent fresh water sources and these materials were in storage at the time of the inspection, that work had not been undertaken at the time of inspection. Additionally, keeper notes for the carnivore area on 17 January 2015 stated: (cid:28)No water in the main building. Called maintenance and they said it is because the tank is empty. The animal waters filled from the lake so they should be fine.(cid:29) The Vice President informed inspectors that water is pumped out of the lakes, but that it is typically treated before being given to other species. There is no indication that this water was treated on that day before being given to the carnivore building as is required by facility protocol. Adequate access to potable water is necessary for the health and well-being of animals. Correct by ensuring that if potable water is not accessible to the animals at all times, it is provided as often as necessary for the health and comfort of the animals. Correct by: 1 November 2015