citation_inspection: 8980

***An adult tan and white male Chihuahua named "Checker" (ID # 107 059 817) has a whitish-gray film over the lower portion of the left eye, covering approximately 50 percent of the eye surface. The licensee stated that the dog was acquired with this problem, but has not been evaluated by a veterinarian. ***An adult female black and white Chihuahua named "Mindy" (ID # 264), has a growth in the lower inner corner of her left eye. The growth is red, oblong in shape, and moist looking. It is approximately the size of a pencil eraser. The licensee stated the veterinarian has looked at the eye growth and stated it is not causing the dog problems; however, there was no documentation available at the time of the inspection. ***An adult golden sable female Lhasa Apso named "Hillary" (ID # 107 273 106), has a greenish-tan discharge on about 30 percent of the surface of the left eye and around the edges of the eyelids. Some of this discharge has dried to a crust around the edge of the eyelids and is crusted in the fur on the inner corner of the eye. Eye problems can be an indicator of injury, disease, allergies or irritation, and can be painful and/or itchy, and can affect the health and well-being of the animal. The licensee must consult with a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and to develop and follow a treatment plan by the close of business July 29, 2014. The licensee must document the veterinarian's findings; the treatment plan that is followed, and have the records available to the inspector upon request. >>>>>>>>>>>>>> ***An adult red male long-haired Chihuahua namedI "Felix" (ID # 100 853 787),has a thick, brownish gray material covering his molars on his right side. On the left side, the gums are reddened, receding, and has a creamy white discharge at the gum line. The rest of the teeth could not be visualized due to the reluctance of the dog to let the inspector examine the inside of his mouth. ***An adult black and tan male Yorkshire terrier named "Johnnie" (ID # 096 625 867), has a thick, grayish-brown material adhered to his upper molars, canines and front teeth on both sides, and a moderate amount on all the lower teeth. The cheek teeth on the left side have receding gums, the cheek teeth on the right side are missing. The upper right molar has a white, creamy discharge at the gum line. ***An adult silver and tan female Yorkshire terrier named "Janelle" (ID # 069 310 367), has a thick, grayish-brown material covering all surfaces of upper molars, cheek teeth, and front teeth. The lower teeth have a moderate amount of this material adhered to the teeth. The gums on both upper sides of the teeth are reddened, swollen, and receding away from the teeth. Above the right molar, there is a creamy white discharge at the gum line. Dental problems can be painful, make it difficult to eat, lead to the development of other health problems, and can affect the health and well-being of the animal. The licensee must consult with a veterinarian by close of business July 25, 2014 for a proper diagnosis and to develop and follow a treatment plan. The licensee must document the veterinarian's findings; the treatment plan that is followed, and have the records available to the inspector upon request.