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Proposals to conduct activities involving animals. 1. Review of Protocol #2517: The IACUC approved protocol contained several inconsistencies and/or contradictions in the text pertaining to number of animals to be used, procedures to be performed on the study animals, and substances to be administered to the study animals. Per this Section of the Regulations, a proposal to conduct an activity on animals must contain a complete description of the proposed use of the animals in order to ensure that the proposed activities meet all of the requirements of this subchapter. The IACUC needs to address this issue that was identified for this protocol. Correct by 10/15/15.

Annual Report. 1. The FY 2014 Annual Report submitted to the USDA did not include the number of Nile Rats that were used at the research facility during federal FY 2014. Per this Section of the Regulations, a research facility shall report the common name and number of animals upon which experiments, teaching, research, surgery, or tests were conducted involving pain or distress to the animals for which appropriate anesthetic, analgesic, or tranquilizing drugs were used. The research facility needs to submit a corrected FY 2014 Annual Report to the Eastern Regional Office; 920 Main Campus Drive; Suite 200; Raleigh; NC 27606. Correct by 9/30/15. NOTE - Inspection conducted 8/18/15 and 8/19/15. Exit interview held 8/19/15 on-site with facility representatives. *END OF REPORT*

- Study and quarantine animals are not being attended over weekends or holidays. The facility policy defines working days as weekdays only. Animals are provided food and water to last them through the weekend, but there is no one observing or checking them during this time. On the daily observation records the weekends were dated and marked NA. I asked the facility representative who NA was and he stated that no one came in on the weekends and the technician would mark those days as NA and date the form. Each research facility shall have a person providing daily observation of all animals to access their health and well being. The observation may be done by a person other than the attending veterinarian as long as there is direct and frequent communication so timely and accurate information on problems of animal health, behavior, and well being is conveyed to the attending veterinarian. To be corrected by: 18 September 2015. Inspection and exit interview conducted with APHIS VMOs Debbie Cunningham, Michael Tygart and a facility representative. Additional Inspectors Tygart Michael, Supervisory Animal Care Specialist

There is an older female bear named (cid:28)Honey" that has a large area of thinning hair thru out her lower back. In addition her eyes appear glazed and she has difficulty with her range of movement. Due to the lack of an attending veterinarian(cid:25)s evaluation it is difficult for the facility representative to determine what treatment should be for the older female bear. Facility has noted the issues and should contact the attending veterinarian for evaluation of older female bear. Correct by August 25, 2015 An exit briefing was conducted with facility representative.

3.125 (a) Structural strength, In the back holding area of the Collard Peccary enclosure, along the right rear wall is an area of broken stucco with exposed chicken wire with sharp edges. This area is not in good repair and the exposed chicken wire could potentially cause injuries to the animals. In the same back holding area, along the left rear side the floor is missing a board. This area has a large enough gap for an animal's foot to get caught which could potentially cause an injury. Construct and maintain all facilities so that they are structurally sound and in good repair to protect the animals from injuries. Inspection accompanied by APHIS Officials Jeanne Kjos, VMO; Cindy Rhodes, ACI, and facility representative. An exit briefing was conducted with a facility representative. Additional Inspectors Kjos Jeanne, Veterinary Medical Officer

** Against "Juanita" the olive baboons primary enclosure there was a cracked dead tree that was leaning on the outside of the primary enclosure that could potentially damage it and possibly cause injury to the animal. The primary enclosure shall be maintained to protect the animals from injury. It was corrected by the exit interview

** In "Juanita" the olive baboon's primary enclosure there was a 2 x 6 board that was attached to the border of the night house that had an exposed nail. In the brown lemurs enclosure there was also an exposed nail head and a gap between to supporting post on the primary enclosure in which the animals could potentially get hung or stuck in. The primary enclosure shall be designed and constructed to prevent the animals from injury. Correct by August 26, 2015 ** In "Chucky" the rhesus macaque's primary enclosure there was a triangular hole in the wire approximately eight inches at one end and about eight inches long. There is potential for the animal to become entrapped, escape or another animal to enter the primary enclosure. The housing facilities for nonhuman primates must be kept in good repair and protect the animal from injury, contain the animal and restrict other animals from entering. Correct by August 23, 2015.

** In the primary enclosure containing a tiger, the front part of the enclosure is 16 feet tall straight up at the highest point. There is vegetation growing up the side of the fence causing the fence to sag several feet in two areas. At several points there were pieces of 2x4 lumber that were supporting the uppermost part of the fence that were rotten and needs to be repaired and/or replaced. The primary enclosure fence needs to be maintained to ensure that the fencing is the height that can appropriately contain the animals and in good repair. ** The coatimundi's cage has an old rusted wire fence on the inner side of the newer fencing. Parts of this older fencing has broken pointy ends. The coatimundi's climb all over the cage and the pointy ends could potentially injure the animals. The fencing of the primary enclosure shall be structurally sound and shall be maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury. ** In the cougars primary enclosure there was a hole in the top of the platform. A nail head was also exposed. The wood platform was also cracked in the middle. There is potential for the cougars to entrap their foot in the hole and cause injury. There is also potential for the cougars to injure themselves on the exposed nail head and for the platform to break under the weight of the cougars. The platform shall be maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury. ** Around the black bears primary enclosure there are posts stabilizing the fencing horizontally that needs repairing and replacing. There is potential for the fencing to come down allowing the animals to escape. The post shall be maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury. ** In the grizzly bears primary enclosure there is a large hole that is directly beneath a thin concrete slab. Since the concrete is so thin and the hole beneath it is so large, with the constant traffic of the bears walking on it, it could potentially collapse causing injury to the bears. The flooring in the enclosure shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury. It was corrected by the exit interview.

** The top of the tigers enclosure was covered in decomposing old leaves and debris. The top of the sheet metal roof could not be observed and could potentially degrade the roof causing it to be in disrepair. Please keep the roof of the enclosure cleaned and free of old leaves and debris. Correct by August 20, 2015 ** In the goats and sheep enclosure there were several strands of green hay twine scattered across the ground and it needs to be removed. The animals could potentially ingest the twine or get tangled in it. It was corrected by the exit interview. ** In the black bears enclosure there was a pool that appeared dirty and in need of cleaning. The facility stated that they clean the pools once a week. There are 4 bears in this enclosure utilizing this pool. The frequency in which this pool is cleaned out for the black bears may need to be increased to prevent disease hazards or illness of the animals. Correct by August 23, 2015. The inspection and exit interview were conducted with the owner and Bart Sutherland, VMO. Additional Inspectors Sutherland Bart, Veterinary Medical Officer

***In the outdoor facility, there was an adult female Bichon identified as #307 that had hair loss over approximately 60% of the body, including sides, legs, chest and hips. There were several red raised areas on the skin under the left front leg, the right chest area and the right hip. The licensee stated that this dog whelped puppies approximately three months ago and began losing hair at that time. There was also another female Bichon identified as #322 that had hair loss under the chin and down the neck. The licensee stated that a veterinarian had not been contacted. Hair loss is an abnormal situation that could indicate a serious medical condition. The licensee must have these two dogs evaluated by a licensed veterinarian, follow the treatment plan and assure that all of the dogs are provided with adequate veterinary care as required. To be corrected by August 24, 2015.

***In the whelping house there were two enclosures that were constructed with wire flooring. The holes in the wire flooring were large enough to allow six puppies feet to pass through the holes. Allowing feet and legs to pass through the openings in the flooring increases the risk of injury to the animal. The licensee must assure that the floors are constructed so that the animals feet do not pass through the openings as required. To be corrected by August 24, 2015. This inspection began at 1335. The inspection and exit conference were conducted with the facility representative, Kevin Wilken, ACI and Beverly Hicks, ACI. End of report.

A Giant Flemish rabbit has matted fur on its rump. Animals should be free of matted fur, which can lead to dermatitis, including skin infections, limitations of movement and discomfort. This mat was removed during this inspection.

Two New Guinea Singing Dogs are each in separate wood and wire enclosures. Not all of the wood structures in one of the enclosures (Mick) are sealed with waterproof stain as a few areas were missed. In the second dog enclosure (Sheila), there is green microbial growth on the wood in several areas and one platform has lost its stain coating. These areas need to be sanitized and resealed. All surfaces in which dogs come in contact must be maintained on a regular basis.

The owner brought a brown lemur and a bush baby to the new facility to add to the existing primate collection of a capuchin, vervet, two ring tailed lemurs, a marmoset, and a bush baby. The current environment enhancement plan does not include all of the primates currently on the property and does not adequately address the particular environmental enrichment needs of each species. A new written plan needs to be developed with and approved by the Attending Veterinarian to describe how the social needs of these primates will be met, including the four who are singly housed. The enrichment plan needs to be species specific in describing the environmental enrichments provided due to the different cognitive abilities and behavioral needs of these primates. The plan needs to be in accordance with currently accepted professional standards as cited in appropriate professional journals or reference guides, and as directed by the Attending Veterinarian.

A large number of leaf nosed bats (estimates of 80 to 100) are housed in a wood and wire structure measuring 6 feet tall by 4 feet by 4 feet. This structure is pyramidal shaped and narrower at the top, probably only 3 feet X 3 feet and contains no darkened roosting spaces. Bats are nocturnal and sufficient darkened roosting spaces must be made available in the primary enclosure during daylight hours. This is a pre-use site inspection for a second site for a Montana licensee. No licensed activity allowed until above items have been corrected and no other items are found in non-compliance. Exit interview conducted on 8-19-15 with VMOs Lisa MacElderry and Mary Ann McBride. Additional Inspectors Mcbride Mary Ann, Veterinary Medical Officer

* A facility representative was not available on 8/18/15 at 4:00 PM to do a facility inspection.

Multiple fences were in poor repair. Some of the animals held at this facility are camels and zebra. One of the fences containing a female camel and her baby was constructed of 2 x 4 inch bendable wire and welded wire goat panel. This was all attached to the posts with baling wire. The fence surrounding an area with farm equipment was a hodgepodge of different materials. None of which were securely attached. These fences are not considered appropriate for animals the size of camels and zebra. A camel or a zebra could easily go through these fences which could result in injury to the animals on both sides of the fence. Fences must be constructed of materials that are appropriate for the animals being contained. All fences that are not structurally sound and constructed of material adequate for camels and zebra need to be repaired or replaced. To be corrected by Jan1, 2016 Inspection and exit interview conducted with the licensee.

***A female Shiba Inu, microchip # 0A02314605, was observed shaking her head and tilting it to the right. Upon closer observation noticed a very wet, heavy, and yellowish discharge in the ear and adhered to the hair around the ear, the skin in the ear canal also appeared reddened and inflamed. As the inspector tried to gently lift the ear flap for a better view of the ear canal the dog winced and tried to pull back as though this condition was painful. The licensee was not aware of this dog's condition until it was pointed out to her by the inspectors. This could be the result of an injury, infection, illness or other veterinary medical condition which may cause discomfort. The licensee must have this dog examined by a veterinarian by close of business on 19 Aug 15. The licensee must ensure all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times.

Drainage ***Immediately next to 4 enclosures affecting 11 dogs, the ground was puddled with standing waste water. This puddled area had a mixture of feces, food, green and black slimy material, and crawling, wiggling and flying insects. Having waste close to the enclosures can attract pest and vermin that can harm the dogs. The licensee must dispose the waste far enough from the facility as to not attract pests or vermin near the animals and ensure proper drainage occurs. To be corrected by: August 22, 2015.

The food inside 3 of the metal self-feeders, affecting 6 dogs, contains several bugs. When the inspectors lifted the lid off of the self-feeder the bugs were seen crawling on and through the food. These bugs could contaminate the food. When questioned by the inspector as to how often the self- feeders are cleaned and refilled, she replied that it "was last cleaned about 4-5 weeks ago" and she refills the feeders "about once a week". The licensee must discard the contaminated food in the affected self-feeders and ensure that all food given to the dogs is uncontaminated, wholesome, palatable, and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value. To be corrected by: August 20, 2015. Veterinary care for dog 0A01341025 from the 2/5/2015 report has been addressed. Inspection and exit interview was conducted with facility representative, Chad Proctor ACI, Stephanie Osborne ACI. Additional Inspectors Osborne Stephanie, Animal Care Inspector

Six of the 14 dogs listed on the Dogs on Hand (APHIS form 7005) did not have identification numbers on the paperwork. Properly completed acquisition records are necessary for identification of dogs to facilitate record-keeping requirements for inventory, disposition, transport, and healthcare. The licensee must update this Record of Acquisition and maintain the record on a regular basis so that it always has accurate information regarding acquisition, identification, and disposition for all dogs. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 25, 2015.

(e) Surfaces. One enclosure housing an adult Boston terrier had been chewed all the way around the dog door on the outside portion of the enclosure. A large amount of wooden subsurface was exposed and was not impervious to moisture. Surfaces that are not impervious to moisture can not be cleaned and sanitized properly. The licensee must repair or replace this area so that it can be properly cleaned and sanitized. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 31, 2015.

(c) Housekeeping for premises. Weeds and grass were growing on all sides of the whelping building up to the level of the bottom row of enclosures which housed adult dogs and puppies. Excessive weeds and grass provide hiding and breeding places for pests such as insects, rodents, and snakes. The licensee must establish an effective program to control weeds and grasses. TO BE CORRECTED BY AUGUST 25, 2015. The inspection and the exit briefing were conducted with the licensee and an inspector from the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

*** Five animals were found in need of veterinary care during this inspection including three goats with masses on the bases of their necks near the points of their shoulders, a goat with swollen udders and a wound on her udder, and a limping sheep. Although the facility currently maintains logs of daily observations, only one black and white goat with a mass had been identified by the licensee. The other 4 animals were identified by USDA inspectors during this routine inspection and were not observed by the facility. All licensees must establish and maintain an adequate program of veterinary care which includes daily observations of all animals to assess their health and well-being. Additionally, a mechanism of direct and frequent communication with the attending veterinarian (AV) is required so that timely and accurate information on problems of animal health, behavior, and well-being are conveyed to the AV. The number of animals that were exhibiting medical problems that the facility failed to identify indicates that the methods of daily observation for the animals at this facility are not adequate at this time. Correct by ensuring that adequate daily observations are conducted and that information is conveyed to the attending veterinarian as required. Correct from this day forward

***Several primary enclosures in the petting zoo had broken wires with sharp edges protruding into the animal areas. These sharp edges pose a risk of injury to the animals contained therein. There were also several enclosures consisting of loose wire paneling that bowed out when the animals leaned against it. Additionally, the enclosures along the west side of the barn have chain link that is curling outward, leaving a gap between the bottom corners of chain link and the ground. This gap is large enough that an animal could get a foot entrapped in the chain link and cause itself injury. Enclosures with sharp protrusions and which are not maintained in good repair or of sufficient structural strength to contain the animals poses a risk of escape or injury to the animals housed therein. Correct by ensuring that the facilities are structurally sound and maintained in good repair to contain the animals and prevent them from injury. Correct by: August 30, 2015.

*** There is no shelter for one pasture containing at least 18 goats. These goats are housed in an open pasture with longer grasses and weeds. Although these longer grasses do give the goats areas to bed down, it does not provide adequate shelter from wind, rain, and sunlight. Formal shelter structures must be provided for these animals that will protect the animals from the sun and weather. Correct this by providing shelter to these animals. Correct by: August 21, 2015

*** The goats at this facility have access to the metal roof on a pole building. There is also a shade structure built on the roof of the building that the goats can also access. Both the floor of the shade structure and the roof are excessively dirty and require cleaning. There is feces scattered over the majority of the roof and caked in areas where there are boards attached to the roof. Excessive feces is also present on the floor of the shade structure. Two puddles of an unidentified whitish liquid were found on the floor of the shade structure. This unidentified liquid may have been milk or another substance. If it were from an infectious source, a thorough sanitization of this area is required to avoid potential transmission of disease hazards to other animals. Correct this by cleaning and sanitizing this area. Correct by: August 21, 2015 An exit interview was conducted with the son of the owner by Randy Coleman, ACI, and Kathy Campitelli, VMO. Additional Inspectors Coleman Randall, Animal Care Inspector

A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 10:30 a.m. on 08/18/2015. I arrived at the facility at approximately 10:30 a.m. and knocked on the door. The licensee answered the door and informed me that they were just leaving for appointments and would not be able to complete the inspection today.

A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 12:30 on 08/18/2015. I arrived at the facility at approximately 12:30; I spoke with a facility representative who informed me that the licensee was at work. Also, due to other commitments the facility representative was not able to perform the inspection.

There are 2 outdoor kennels with 4 dogs that have an insolated dog house on a cement pad, however there has been no other method of shade provided for the animals. During the heat of the day there is no shade available for these dogs. There are 1 play yard that is used to house dogs for several hours at a time that does not have adequate shade for the dogs during the heat of the day or for any inclement weather. The lack of proper shade and an escape from the sun can cause heat related health risks for the regulated animals. In addition to the shelter structures, one or more separate outside areas of shade must be provided, large enough to contain all the animals at one time and protect them from the direct rays of the sun. To be corrected by: August 23, 2015

***Two adult Dogue de Bordeauxs were housed on the south side of the kennel building, separate from the other dog housed on the north side. These females were observed with a dull hair coat, appearing rough and coarse. They were also noted as being in a thinner body condition as compared to the rest of the kennel stock. The rib structures were easily visible to at least the fifth rib on both dogs. A significant amount of abdominal tuck was observed on both dogs. Closer observation revealed one dog, microchip number 0A02017453, to have a severe flea infestation. Fleas were observed along the chest area, neck, legs, underbelly, and flank areas. At least 16 live fleas were viewed on the front chest area during the examination. Examination of the other female, microchip number 0A02020272, revealed multiple live fleas present along the front chest, underbelly and flank areas. The owner stated the dogs had been treated with Trifexis the previous week as per his written program of veterinary care. At this time this flea control program is not successfully eliminating the fleas from these dogs. Flea infestations are harmful to dogs through the transmission of disease and pests as well as discomfort to the dogs. Uncontrolled infestations may lead to eventual death of the dog. The owner must consult with a licensed veterinarian to re-evaluate this program of treatment for these dogs. Documentation must be kept for review on future inspection. To be corrected by: 08/21/15

***Three enclosures, containing a total of three adult dogs, were observed with grasses and weeds approximately 10 to 12 inches in height over a portion of the enclosure's gravel strata. These growths reduce effective cleaning practices and contribute to unwanted pest habitat. The grasses and weeds must be removed from the enclosures to allow a thorough observation of the enclosures, effective cleaning, and reduced pest habitat. To be corrected by: 08/22/15 This inspection and exit interview was conducted with the owner by Curt McGruder-ACI.

There are several areas at the bottom of the cougar enclosure where the weathered wood is damaged. This damaged wood needs to be replaced with wood or other suitable material. Outdoor housing facilities shall be structurally sound and shall be maintained in good repair to protect the animals from injury and to contain the animals. TO BE CORRECTED BY: AUGUST 28, 2015.