Dandelion Acres – Goessel, KS

Adult, female, red and white dachshund (microchip number 067 370 314) has an area of hair loss on the right side of the face below the eye. The center of this area is moist with some creamy discharge in and around the hair loss. The licensee states that they noticed this as a swelling on the face about 2 days ago and it "broke open" today.

Adult, female, basset hound (no identification) has a problem with her left eye. The surface of the eye is cloudy with a circular deficit that appears to be just below the center. The "white of the eye" is pink in color. There is minimal thick discharge around the eyelids. The dog was squinting the left eye.

Adult, female white Jack Russell terrier (microchip number 4533242720 )has an area of hair loss on the right side of the face below the eye. It is about 1 by 2 inches in size. The exposed skin is pink and has a few small, dry scabs. There is also an accumulation of dark debris completely coating the right upper "cheek teeth" (premolars) and half of the upper right canine tooth. The gum line and cheek is red and there is a creamy white discharge over the right upper "cheek teeth".

Two young Australian Shepherd dogs (recently purchased) and one adult Bassett dog cited on this report for medical problems did not have official identification on them. The licensee is using microchips as the official identification. Official identification is needed to ensure that each animals identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the inspection process. The licensee must ensure that all dogs have official identification on them at all times. Correct by 8/7/14.

The microchip numbers of 18 dogs were not listed on the official USDA ( APHIS form 7005 ) dog on hand sheets. Records provide a source of information that can be used to identify every dog on the premise. Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure each animals identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the ability to trace dogs. The licensee must maintain records which fully disclose all information concerning each dog in their possession. Correct by 8/7/14.

Three wire gates do not close securely against enclosure fencing. An estimated one to two inch gap exists when the dogs jump on the enclosure gate. Six dogs are in contact with the affected gates located in shelter housing. The potential for injury exists causing stress and discomfort if any dog gets caught in the gap area. The licensee must ensure all enclosures are kept in good repair, protect the animals form injury and contain the animals securely at all times. Correct by 7/21/14.

Excessive rust was observed on the lower quarter of an estimated six galvanized metal divider panels located in shelter housing. The affected panels are part of the divider fencing that comes in to contact with 14 dogs. The panels had a roughened surface and appeared to be flaking. Rust can erode and deteriorate all metal surfaces to the point that the metal surfaces can no longer be readily cleaned and sanitized. Excessive rust affects the structural integrity of all metal surfaces. The licensee must ensure that this and all other surfaces are free of rust and be of good structural strength. Correct by 8/7/14.

Interior fiberglass wallboard in one enclosure has an estimated four inch circular area of missing fiberglass with a jagged, sharp edge. Two dogs are in contact with the affected wall board located in shelter housing. Surfaces not maintained on a regular basis cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. Jagged, sharp edges could cause injury to the dogs. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces must be maintained on a regular basis and can be readily cleaned and sanitized at all times or be replaced when worn. Correct by 8/7/14.

There is a mixture of dirt, grease and other excreta on one fiberglass wall board and an estimated six metal entryway doors. The affected wallboard is located on the south side of the whelp building. The affected metal entryway doors are located in shelter housing. Thirteen dogs are in contact with the affected wall board and metal entryway doors. The affected area covers approximately 25 to 30 percent of the wall surface and 40 to 50 percent of the metal entryway surface area. Sanitization of surfaces is necessary to prevent an accumulation of excreta and other disease hazards. It indicates an unsanitary living condition exists that could lead to potential disease or health risks. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces are spot cleaned daily and sanitized in accordance with 3.11 (b). Correct by 7/8/14.

Five enclosures containing five dogs have dried, caked fecal residue and other debris on 50 to 60 percent of the cement flooring. The dogs are in contact with the affected flooring located on the north side of shelter housing. It indicates an unsanitary living condition exists and could lead to potential disease or health risks. Increased animal, food or fecal waste buildup reduces available clean surface area that the dogs have access to. The potential for soiling or caking of the hair coat exists when the dogs have to walk or rest on the affected surfaces. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces are cleaned on a daily basis. Correct by 7/8/14.

* One male black and white colored Miniature Australian Shepherd ( No Identification) has a heavy coating of dark brown matter on the cheek teeth on both sides of his mouth extending up into the gum line. The gums were reddened and inflamed, and had a creamy white discharge at the gum line. The abnormal buildup of material on teeth can cause damage to the gum tissue and tooth structures. in addition, one upper cheek tooth on the right side was loose and could be easily moved. … These signs are consistent with the presence of dental disease.

One white colored adult female Jack Russell ( microchip number 012 298 277 ) has an open wound on the right side of its upper neck / cheek area The wound approximately an inch in diameter was circular in shape, reddened and moist looking and was hairless. The licensee stated that this was the first time the wound had been noticed. At the time of inspection, the attending veterinarian had not been consulted.

Three dogs did not have official identification on them at time of facility inspection. The licensee is using microchips as the official identification. Official identification is needed to ensure that each animals identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the inspection process. The licensee must ensure that all dogs have official identification on them at all times.

The microchip numbers of four dogs were not listed on the official USDA ( APHIS form 7005 ) dog on hand sheets. In addition, many dogs had incomplete information in the required from section. Records provide a source of information that can be used to identify every dog on the premise. Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure each animals identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the ability to trace dogs. The licensee must maintain records which fully disclose all information concerning each dog in their possession.

An estimated one to two inch gap exists between the divider fencing and enclosure flooring in one enclosure. The metal clips used to secure the fencing have torn through the bottom of the divider fencing thus creating the gap. Four dogs are in contact with the affected area which is located in shelter housing.

An estimated five to six inch gap exists between the enclosure fencing and the enclosure frame on one enclosure. One dog is in contact with the affected fencing located in outdoor housing.

One wire gate does not close securely against enclosure fencing. An estimated one to two inch gap exists when the dogs jump on the enclosure gate. Two dogs are in contact with the affected gate located in shelter housing.

The carpet square in one enclosure has exposed shredded ends. One adult dog and one puppy are in contact with the affected carpet square located in sheltered housing. The potential for ingestion of the shredded ends exists. In addition the dog could become entangled in the shredded ends causing potential injury. The licensee must repair or replace all surfaces that can not be readily cleaned and sanitized when worn. Correct by 12/1/14.

There is a brownish looking greasy substance coating four metal door food receptacles used by eight dogs. The brownish substance is covering an estimated 30 to 50 percent of the surface area of the receptacle. Lack of cleaning and sanitization of the receptacles could promote bacteria growth and other disease causing agents which could increase the risk of contamination of the feed. The nutritive value could be affected if the feed becomes spoiled or contaminated. This could potentially lead to health risks for the dogs. The licensee must ensure all food receptacles are kept clean and sanitized at all times for the health and well-being of the dogs. Correct by 12/1/14.

Four enclosures have dried, caked fecal residue and other debris on 25 to 30 percent of the cement flooring. Four dogs are in contact with the affected flooring located in sheltered housing. It indicates an unsanitary living condition exists and could lead to potential disease or health risks. The potential for soiling or caking of the hair coat exists when the dogs have to walk or rest on the affected surfaces. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces are cleaned on a daily basis.

The carpet square in three enclosures were torn with shredded ends. Three adult dogs and four puppies are in contact with the affected carpet square located in sheltered housing. The potential for ingestion of the shredded ends exists. In addition the dog could become entangled in the shredded ends causing potential injury. The licensee must repair or replace all surfaces that can not be readily cleaned and sanitized when worn.

The expanded metal flooring in one enclosure used by one dog has an estimated three inch long by two inch wide gap in the flooring. The flooring is located in sheltered housing. Gaps in the flooring could injure the dogs. In addition, gaps in the floor can make the structure unstable. The licensee must ensure that all flooring is maintained in good repair at all times for the safety and welfare of the dogs. Correct by 4/15/15.

There is a build-up of dried mud on at least 10 dog shelters in the outdoor housing facility. Surfaces that are not cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis may lead to an increase in disease transmission. All hard surfaces in contact with the dogs must be spot-cleaned on a daily basis. Correct by 5 August 2015.

There are three boxer dogs in an outdoor housing facility enclosure provided with three dog shelters. Two of these dog shelters are not as tall as these dogs. Shelters that do not allow the dogs to stand in a normal manner may cause discomfort to the dogs. All shelters must be of a size that allow the dogs to sit, stand, and lie in a normal manner. Correct by 18 August 2015.

Weeds are grown-up around the outside perimeter of at least 5 of the outdoor housing facility enclosures. Many of the weeds are at least 4-6 feet in height. Uncontrolled weeds can harbor pests and make cleaning difficult. All weeds and grass must be controlled in the enclosures as well as the surrounding grounds to facilitate cleaning and pest control. Correct by 18 August 2015.

Adult, male, brown dachshund with chip number 067 538 814 has a thick buildup of tartar on all of his premolar and molar teeth ("cheek teeth") and on most of his canine teeth. The gums over all of the teeth are red and have receded up away from the teeth and there is a creamy discharge at the gum line of some of the premolar and canine teeth. There is one loose upper incisor tooth.

Adult, female, black and white French Bulldog with chip number 093 577 310 was seen by the attending veterinarian (AV) on 21 January 2016 and was diagnosed with Keratitis Sicca. Treatment directions from the AV for this dog were "Mild keratitis sicca can be managed by supportive care by cleaning with a moist cloth and application of ophthalmic ointment with steroids as necessary." During the inspection today, the dog's left eye has thick green colored discharge on the cornea and a hazy appearance to the surface of cornea. In addition, the "white of the eye" was red compared to the right eye.

There are four juvenile dogs being housed together in enclosure #22 in the large sheltered building. The indoor portion of this sheltered building is not large enough to provide adequate shelter from the elements at all times to all of the animals in this enclosure. Failure to provide adequate shelter from the elements can result in dogs that become wet and uncomfortable. In some weather, dogs that do not have shelter from the elements may be unable to maintain a safe body temperature. All dogs must be provided with shelter structures that are large enough to allow each animal to sit, stand, and lie in a normal manner and to turn about freely. Correct by 27 Sept. 2016.