citation_inspection: 7647

The current Program of Veterinary Care (PVC) does not address all species at the facility. Licensees' with part time attending veterinarians must have a formal written arrangement with a veterinarian (PVC) that addresses the preventive care for all regulated species. This is required so that USDA personnel can confirm that the licensee is working with a veterinarian and is following the recommendations from that veterinarian. A program of veterinary care needs to be developed for this facility by the attending veterinarian that includes recommendations for all regulated species at the facility. Examples of topics to be covered in the PVC are: *The veterinarian's schedule for visits to the facility. *Parasite control program if appropriate for the species. *Vaccination recommendations if appropriate for the species. *Routine medical testing if appropriate for the species. *Instructions on necropsies for unexpected deaths. *Hoof trims for animals with chronic hoof problems. *Any other medical/husbandry recommendations the veterinarian feels necessary for this facility. *Emergency contact information. The PVC must be signed and dated by the attending veterinarian. This document must indicate to USDA representatives that the licensee and the veterinarian have an active working relationship. To be corrected by: December 1, 2015.