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An adult female Bulldog named Bonnie (m/c# OAO1782940) was missing a significant amount of hair from her back and sides and had scabs and reddened areas over much of her back and sides. She was scratching, chewing, and licking at the areas during the inspection. The licensee stated that the problem started about 2 weeks earlier and that she had not consulted a veterinarian about the problem. Skin problems can be painful, can lead to other medical conditions, and can be contagious to other animals. The licensee must have this dog examined and treated by a licensed veterinarian. She must maintain medical records concerning this condition and make them available to the inspector upon request. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 18th, 2014.

An adult female Bulldog and her three 4-week-old puppies were being housed in a primary enclosure within the licensee's home. The puppies had been whelped in this enclosure which had the door propped open at all times, allowing the female Bulldog to leave the enclosure at will and allowing the two house dogs the ability to enter the primary enclosure and contact the puppies. Contact with dogs other than the dam can result in injury to the puppies. The licensee must ensure that primary enclosures are constructed and maintained so that they keep other animals from entering the enclosure. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 15, 2014.

c) Housekeeping for premises. Excessive weeds and tall grass were growing adjacent to an outdoor enclosure housing two Beagles. A large vine was climbing up the side of the enclosure to the roofline. Excessive weeds and grass can harbor pests such rodents, snakes, and external parasites. The licensee must maintain an area around all enclosures that is free of excessive weeds, grass, and brush. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 20, 2014. The inspection and the exit briefing were conducted with the licensee. An inspector from the Missouri Department of Agriculture was also present.