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| 11713 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 2.40(b)(2) | Direct | 1 | ATTENDING VETERINARIAN AND ADEQUATE VETERINARY CARE (DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS). | **An adult male binturong in enclosure #52, Chip, appeared to be in thin body condition, had slight shaking or tremors of his head when standing still and then exhibited an abnormally hunched posture while shuffling his hind feet and reaching forward with his right front leg. A dead and decaying rodent was found within the enclosure and a large amount of rodent feces was accumulating throughout the enclosure. There was pink insulation material and an accumulation of rodent feces around the heater in the enclosure. The licensee stated that he had placed bait for killing rodents around the outside of Chip's enclosure but did not say what type of bait was being used. An invoice from a veterinarian dated 4/19/2015 listed "digital radiographs--nasal cavity" but there were no medical records or any other documents available during the inspection that explained why these were performed, what were the findings, and whether treatment, monitoring, or follow-up were needed. There was no information provided verbally from the licensee about why the veterinarian performed this diagnostic testing and no way to know if what was observed during this inspection is a new finding or is related to that previous examination. The veterinarian that had conducted the radiographs in April was on site for another purpose at the time of the inspection. Animal Care (AC) personnel asked the veterinarian about the behavior and posturing that was observed but the veterinarian was unaware of this and stated that the animal was anesthetized a few months ago and that blood collection was attempted but was unsuccessful. There was no plan outlined in writing or provided verbally for re-evaluating this animal following the April examination. This animal must be examined by a veterinarian and a diagnosis and treatment plan established. The dead rodent, rodent feces, and possible exposure of this animal to toxic chemicals as well as infectious organisms from the rodent contamination are of serious concern and need to be addressed immediately by cleani… |
| 11714 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 2.40(b)(3) | 0 | ATTENDING VETERINARIAN AND ADEQUATE VETERINARY CARE (DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS). | Numerous animals were identified during this inspection to have active or chronic veterinary conditions that were not identified by facility personnel or had not been communicated to the attending veterinarian for follow-up care as outlined under section 2.40(b)(2) in this report. **One tiger cub had not been identified as being ill until the evening on 10/10/2014, according to the licensee. The licensee did not seek veterinary care until the next morning,10/11/ 2014, and the cub died en route to the attending veterinarian (AV). The necropsy performed by the AV was "suggestive of an underlying immune system deficiency". At least 13 animals since July 2014 had not been observed or had timely information on problems of animal health, behavior, and well-being communicated to the attending veterinarian and were found dead in their enclosures by facility personnel, many found frozen and unable to have necropsies performed. **Tiger, Reyna, found dead 7/12/2014 **Tiger, Zara, found dead 3/1/2015 **Tiger, Tabitha, found dead 3/8/2015 **Tiger, Sissy, found dead 7/5/2015 **Tiger, Mohan, found dead 12/27/2014 **Tiger, Grumpy, found dead 12/27/2014 **Tiger, Aphrodite, found dead 12/27/2014 **Tiger, Tiger, found dead 12/18/2014 **Lion, Simba, found dead 5/25/2015 **Leopard, Thunder, found dead 2/23/2015 **Kinkajou, Studley, found dead 12/22/2014 **Kinkajou, Honey, found dead 1/12/2015 **Bobcat, Bobbie, 3/7/2015 Daily observation of all animals to assess their health and well-being and a mechanism of direct and frequent communication is required so that timely and accurate information on problems of animal health, behavior, and well-being is conveyed to the attending veterinarian. The licensee must ensure that the animals are observed at least daily to assess their health status and convey the information to the veterinarian directly and in a timely manner. | |
| 11715 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 2.75(b)(1) | 0 | RECORDS: DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS. | The acquisition record for a bobcat named Toby being exhibited to the public does not have the name, address, driver's license number and State, and vehicle license number and State for the person(s) from whom this bobcat was acquired on 8/8/2015. The acquisition record states "Unknown previous owner, left at gate in crate, declawed & neutered". Complete and detailed information for animals acquired for use in exhibition needs to be complete to ensure that all animals are acquired legally as well as transported and handled humanely. Every exhibitor shall make, keep, and maintain records or forms which fully and correctly disclose the required information concerning animals other than dogs and cats, purchased or otherwise acquired, owned, held, leased, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control including the name and address of the person from whom the animals were purchased or otherwise acquired and the vehicle license number and State, and the driver's license number (or photographic identification card for nondrivers issued by a State) and State of the person, if he or she is not licensed or registered under the Act. To be corrected on all acquisitions of animals other than dogs and cats from this time forward. | |
| 11716 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.81 | 1 | ENVIRONMENT ENHANCEMENT TO PROMOTE PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING. | - The plan for the environmental enhancement to promote the psychological well-being of the nonhuman primates, 2 ring-tailed lemurs acquired in July 2014, is not adequate. The plan, at a minimum, must address social grouping, environmental enrichment, special considerations, if applicable, and restraint devices and their use. The plan and environmental enrichment must be approved by the attending veterinarian (AV) and documented when provided to the animals on the environmental enhancement plan. At the time of this inspection, there was a written plan signed by the Attending Veterinarian but there is no log book or calendar showing that enrichment takes place. The animals have different items in their enclosures, but there is no schedule of rotating or changing the items in the pens in this signed plan or other documentation. Nonhuman primates have complex social and intellectual needs that need to be addressed when in captivity. A written plan that is directed by the AV, guided by current professional standards, and available for review by APHIS officials is required to ensure that the psychological well-being of these animals is being appropriately addressed. Exhibitors must develop, document, and follow an appropriate plan for environmental enhancement of nonhuman primates that is in accordance with currently accepted professional standards and as directed by the AV. | |
| 11717 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.125(a) | 1 | FACILITIES, GENERAL. | The west wall of the veterinary hospital indoor enclosure housing a 7 week old tiger cub, "Joey" and a 7 week old golden tabby liger cub, had the vinyl surface torn which exposes the drywall. This wall is in disrepair and cannot be adequately cleaned and sanitized. Surfaces that are not maintained in good repair and so they can be cleaned and sanitized pose a risk to the health of these very young animals due to their immature immune function to protect them against exposure to infectious organisms on those surfaces. Enclosure #36 housing 2 juvenile black bears, Cody and Pebbles, has a large hole in the wooden shelter structure near the entry door on the upper right side. This shelter is in disrepair and the hole can allow wind and rain to enter the structure which can cause discomfort to these animals. Enclosure #46 housing 2 adult tigers, Kodiak and Kasper had nails protruding from the raised wooden resting platform, posing a risk for injury to these animals. Enclosure #39 housing an adult Serval has a warped board with exposed nails on the wooden platform in front of the shelter structure, posing a risk for injury to this animal. Enclosure #9 housing an adult black leopard, Jamma, had several nails protruding from a wooden resting platform and ramp structure, posing a risk for injury to this animal. In the following enclosures, the doorframe around the den (shelter) had chewed and ripped wood which are in disrepair and which could cause an injury to the animals: **Enclosure # 11 housing 2 adult tigers, Charlie and Chainsaw **Enclosure # 12 housing 2 adult tigers, Seth and Gabrielle **Enclosure # 23 housing 2 adult tigers, Tutt and Nefertiti **Enclosure # 24 housing 2 adult tigers, Shenandoah and Sabre **Enclosure # 25 housing 2 adult tigers, Zena and Zoey **Enclosure # 60 housing 2 adult lions, Pharaoh and Savanna **Enclosure # 65 housing 2 adult tigers, Toni and Phoebe Enclosure # 24 housing 2 tigers, Shenandoah and Sabre, the chain link fencing on the west side of the enclosure adjacent to the den is pulled … | |
| 11718 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.125(c) | 1 | FACILITIES, GENERAL. | Storage. There were multiple packages of raw chicken and meat in approximately 20-25 large cardboard boxes that were past the expiration dates (Sept. 4, 2015 noted on several packages). All of this meat was being stored at room temperature in the main food preparation area and most of the meat was thawed and warm to the touch. Numerous flies were noted in this food preparation area which would be attracted to raw, unrefrigerated meat. Flies may contaminate the food items and the surfaces where food is prepared and poses a risk to animals fed this meat through the transmission of infectious organisms. Food that is past the expiration dates on the manufacturer's packaging and which is not stored under proper conditions (eg. refrigeration for raw meat products) deteriorates quickly and may become contaminated with high levels of bacterial pathogens which are a risk to the health of the animals being fed this improperly stored food. Supplies of food and bedding shall be stored in facilities which adequately protect such supplies against deterioration, molding, or contamination by vermin. Refrigeration and appropriate storage shall be provided for supplies of perishable food. | |
| 11719 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.127(a) | 1 | FACILITIES, OUTDOOR. | Several outdoor enclosures housing tigers, lions, tigers, bears, and ligers did not have adequate shade to protect them from direct sunlight: *Enclosure #42 housing 2 adult lions: Daniel and Chloe *Enclosure # 43 housing 3 adult tigers: Lazarus, Diablo, and Twinkle *Enclosure #44-45 housing 2 young tigers: Baxter and Maverick *Enclosure #46 housing 2 adult tigers: Kasper and Kodiak *Enclosure #47 housing 2 adult tigers: Elijah and Jezebel *Enclosure #48 housing 2 adult lions: Mona and Daniel *Enclosure #30 housing 1 adult liger: Shakira *Enclosure #31 housing 2 juvenile lions: Athena and Zeus *Enclosure #32 housing 3 juvenile tigers: Synder (aka Cinder) and Waldo *Enclosure #33 housing 1 adult tiger: Willy *Enclosure #29 housing 3 adult tigers: Billy, Jake, Chepe *Enclosure #28 housing 1 adult lion: Zazu *Enclosure #27 housing 2 juvenile tigers: Pancho and Montana *Enclosure #26 housing 1 adult tiger: Andy *Enclosure #25 housing 2 adult tigers: Zena and Zoey *Enclosure #24 housing 2 adult tigers: Shenandoah and Sabre *Enclosure #23 housing 2 adult tigers: Tutt and Nefertiti *Enclosure #22 housing 1 adult tiger: Pandora *Enclosure #21 housing 3 adult tigers: India, Capricio, and Carolina *Enclosure #19 housing 2 adult tigers: Sumadi and Eragon *Enclosure #65 housing 2 adult tigers: Phoebe and Toni *Enclosure #64 housing 32 adult tigers: Natasha and Juanita *Enclosure #63 housing 2 adult tigers: Amber and Thurston *Enclosure #62 housing 1 adult liger: Fergy *Enclosure #60 housing 2 adult lions: Savanna and Pharaoh *Enclosure #54 housing 3 adult tigers: Raja, Varekai, and Kanji *Enclosure #59 housing 5 adult tigers: Shival, Mugale, Bana Bibi, Rani, Sultan *Enclosure #13 housing 2 juvenile tigers: Roman and Donner *Enclosure #12 housing 2 adult tigers: Seth and Gabrielle *Enclosure #11 housing 2 adult tigers: Charlie and Chainsaw *Enclosure #10 housing 2 adult tigers: Cleatus and Charlie *Enclosure #55 housing 1 adult tiger: Shir Khan *Enclosure #56 housing 2 adult tigers: Charaka and Priya *Enclosure #57 housing 2 j… | |
| 11720 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.127(b) | 0 | FACILITIES, OUTDOOR. | Shelter from inclement weather. The shelter structure in the outdoor enclosure #35 housing an adult leopard, Selbit, is not adequate to protect this animal from the local area's climatic conditions (eg. rain, wind, snow, hail). This enclosure previously housed bobcats, a much smaller animal than an adult leopard, and the shelter structure entrance is too small for a leopard to enter this structure or to have adequate room to make normal postural adjustments if able to gain access. Animals housed outdoors should have appropriate shelter, natural or artificial, where they can escape adverse climatic conditions and stay warm and dry. Natural or artificial shelter appropriate to the local climatic conditions for the species concerned shall be provided for all animals kept outdoors to afford them protection and to prevent discomfort to such animals. To be corrected by 9/30/2015. | |
| 11721 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.127(d) | 1 | FACILITIES, OUTDOOR. | There were fence panels stacked against the fence on the inside of the perimeter fence on the south side near Enclosure #43 for 3 tigers, Lazarus, Diablo, and Twinkle. These panels were stacked in a manner that would allow animals to easily climb over the perimeter fence should an animal escape from its primary enclosure. These materials may also cause damage to the perimeter fence which could reduce its effectiveness to keep unwanted persons and animals from entering the facility or to act as a secondary containment should animals escape from their primary enclosures. The perimeter fence must be maintained so that it can function as a secondary containment system for the animals in the facility and to prevent the entrance of unwanted persons or animals. | |
| 11722 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.129(a) | 0 | FEEDING. | The food in the Enclosure #34 housing two bears, Cody and Pebbles, was not wholesome or free from contamination. A plastic bag containing a thick, yellow liquid, that the licensee thought might be butter, was mixed in with the diet. This poses a risk to the animals for an intestinal obstruction if ingested and is not a wholesome food item. The diet also had noticeable fecal matter on top of the food in the receptacle which contaminates the feed and poses a health risk to the animals from infectious organisms that is present in fecal matter. An excessive amount of flies were noted in the food preparation kitchen, around the food for all the bears (Enclosure #8 housing 3 juvenile black bears, Lil Racy, Coda, and Xena; Enclosure #34 housing 2 juvenile black bears, Cody and Pebbles; Enclosure housing 2 black bears, Lolli and Holly, and 1 brown bear, Huggy). Flies carry and transmit infectious organisms and may contaminate food items and food preparation surfaces, posing a risk to the health of the animals. The licensee is not following the diet plan approved by the attending veterinarian for "Added calcium supplement for cubs".The plan lists two calcium supplements to be given, Prima Cal 2 scoops of supplement per pound of meat and Calcium Citrate 4 scoops of supplement per pound of meat. Only Prima Cal was found during the inspection and the licensee stated that was all they were using and they were following the directions on the manufacturer's label. There were three young tiger cubs housed in Enclosure #6, 16 week old male orange tiger Rousey, 15 week old female white tiger with no name given, and 15 week old female white tiger Aurora. Aurora was being examined by a veterinarian for the licensee during the inspection due to a right front leg lameness. She appeared to APHIS inspectors to be reluctant to walk and to be in pain when she walked in the enclosure where she had been returned after she was examined and radioigraphed. The male cub, Rousey, appeared to have a swollen left wrist at the time of this inspecti… | |
| 11723 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.130 | 0 | WATERING. | The water receptacle in the enclosure #36 for two black bears, Cody and Pebbles, was empty and the only water available in their enclosure was in a horse trough provided for the bears' enrichment and for cooling themselves. This water was brown in color and had food, hair, and other debris floating in the water. This water is not potable and poses a risk to the animals' health if consumed due to bacterial contamination. One of the bears was noted to sit by the drinking water receptacle as if waiting for it to be filled. After an employee was called over to fill this receptacle, this bear was noted to immediately drink repeatedly for a total of approximately 1 minute. At least 12 water receptacles provided for animals to soak and cool themselves contained brown to black water with noticeable hair, fecal matter, leaves, and other debris (Enclosures #12, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 32, 33, 36, 56, 58, and 64). These receptacles are not being kept clean and sanitary and pose a risk to the animals' health should they choose to bathe or drink this water due to bacterial contamination. Animals not provided with adequate potable drinking water are at risk for dehydration and overheating. If other types of water receptacles are provided to animals, these and all drinking water receptacles shall be kept clean and sanitary in order to minimize contamination by bacteria, algae, and other potentially toxic or infectious materials. If potable water is not accessible to the animals at all times, it must be provided as often as necessary for the health and comfort of the animal and all water receptacles shall be kept clean and sanitary. Potable water was provided to the two black bears, Cody and Pebbles, during the inspection upon the request of the AC inspector. All water receptacles shall be kept clean and sanitary as of 9/11/2015. | |
| 11724 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.131(a) | 0 | SANITATION. | Excessive accumulation of excreta was noted in at least three enclosures: #42 housing 2 lions, Daniel and Chloe #29 housing 3 tigers, Billy, Jake, and Chepe #11 housing 2 tigers, Charlie and Chainsaw There were numerous flies noted throughout the facility and the excreta appeared to have been accumulating for at least one week based on the color and amount present for the number of animals in the enclosure. The animals were noted to walk through the feces along the fence line which may allow for contamination of the animals and poses a risk to their health. Excreta shall be removed from primary enclosures as often as necessary to prevent contamination of the animals contained therein and to minimize disease hazards and to reduce odors. To be corrected by 9/12/2015 | |
| 11725 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.131(d) | 1 | SANITATION. | Rodent feces had accumulated in the indoor portion of the enclosure #52 housing a binturong, Chip. Feces had accumulated on the floor in the entry way, along the walls of the enclosure, and in front of the wall heater, along with a pile of pink insulation material. A dead rodent was in the enclosure with the binturong. The licensee did state he places rodent bait outside of the enclosure but there does not appear to be adequate control of rodent pests in this enclosure. An accumulation of rodent feces was found in the veterinary hospital on the floor and surfaces around the 2 enclosures housing 2 juvenile tiger cubs and 1 golden tabby liger cub. Excessive flies were found in the area used for food preparation and all around the improperly stored meat in this room. Excessive flies were noted throughout the outdoor facility particularly around the bear enclosures (#8 Rachey, Xena and Koda, #36 Cody and Pebbles, and unnumbered enclosure Huggy, Lolli, and Holly) and around the west side enclosures (#46 tigers Kasper and Kodiak, #47 tigers Elijah and Jezebel, # 48 lions Mona and Daniel, and #50 cougar Boo). The flies were numerous enough that the buzzing was audible while observing the animals and one of the AC inspectors was bit by flies several times. The flies congregated on and around the food in the bear enclosures. There were several containers hanging on the perimeter fence or near the food preparation building that the licensee stated are used for fly bait but all were empty except for dead flies and debris. Rodents, flies and other pests may carry and transmit diseases to the animals and a more effective method of monitoring and preventing their presence in/around primary enclosures and around food storage/preparation should be implemented. The licensee shall establish and maintain a safe and an effective pest control program which should include reduction of flies, particularly around food and food preparation areas, cleaning of enclosures to remove excreta and rodent feces and dead rodents, and keeping all … | |
| 11726 | 00046e2c5d535550 | 3.132 | 0 | EMPLOYEES. | The licensee is not regularly involved in the day to day care of the animals and facilities, and he could not provide basic information about the identity or condition of the animals when asked. The licensee stated that he has 2 employees that live on site. The facility currently has 112 animals including 13 species. These species have complex medical, behavioral, nutritional, and other husbandry needs. Conditions at the facility currently do not meet the professional level of husbandry practices described in the regulations and standards. For example, in the last 14 months, 9 tigers,1 lion, 1 bobcat, 1 leopard, and 2 kinkajous were found dead. During the inspection, 7 tigers, 1 binturong, 2 coatimundi, and 2 leopards were identified with veterinary care problems that were no(cid:25)t receiving appropriate care. Two tiger cubs and 1 leopard had veterinary care problems that were currently under treatment. Young animals (2 tiger cubs, 1 golden tabby liger cub currently, 3 tiger cubs recently starting to wean) at the facility were being hand raised and require around the clock specialized care and feeding. A total of 36 enclosures, affecting 69 animals, had no shade(cid:20). This has been an ongoing problem that has been cited since May 2009. Inspectors asked when the licensee would provide shade and he stated that the "new owner would have to deal with fixing the shade". The licensee claimed that all 62 enclosures of animals are provided water three times a day, however, the enclosure #36 housing 2 black bears, Cody and Pebbles, had little water or water that was severely contaminated during the inspection. At least 14 enclosures were in varying degrees of disrepair. At least 10 enclosures had evidence of excessive flies, at least 3 enclosures had excessive excreta, and rodent activity was present in various locations. The excessive number of animal welfare concerns indicates that there is not a sufficient number of adequately trained employees to maintain a professionally acceptable level of husbandry practices. … |
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