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Since the previous inspection on February 27, 2014, records of animals births and deaths were not maintained for the guinea pigs. The slips used for sales were not complete. The sale slips did not include the name and address of the buyer. Records must be kept on animals for animal tracking, assessment of the animal care program, and to comply with the Animal Welfare regulations. The licensee must ensure that records on animal births, deaths are kept and maintained. Sale records must include the complete name and address of the buyer to document changes in ownership and to keep track of animal sold. APHIS 7020 forms were left with the licensee during this inspection to help maintain records. Correct form this day forward.

The licensee stated during the inspection that he has not disinfected the guinea pig enclosures since he remodeled the enclosures and restocked animals in the fall. Lack of a sanitation program exposes the animals to potential disease hazards such as bacteria, fungal, and viral diseases. Primary enclosures must be sanitized at least once every 2 weeks or as necessary with proper agents to sufficiently disinfect all surfaces that the guinea pigs may come in contact. Sanitation of primary enclosures is necessary to minimize risk of disease to the animals housed therein. Correct by ensuring a sanitation program is put into effect. Correct by January 24, 2015 An exit briefing was conducted with the owner.