David A Stutzman – Berne, IN

June 23, 2026 — Routine inspection, USDA 32-A-0791

48 dogs recorded (26 adults · 22 puppies).

• No written dog exercise plan

  The facility does not have a developed and documented Exercise Plan for Dogs. This plan is important because it outlines how the facility will provide for the opportunity for exercise of dogs while housed at the facility. The plan must account for dogs housed individually or in groups, and the standard procedures to be followed in providing the opportunity for exercise (frequency, method, and duration of exercise permitted). Correct by developing and documenting a written exercise plan for dogs, approved by the Attending Veterinarian, and made available to APHIS officials upon request. Correct by: July 15, 2026

• Overdue fecal and heartworm tests

  The facility is overdue for fecal and heartworm sampling. The Program of Vet Care states these tests should be performed on 10% of the adult dogs yearly. These tests were last performed in January 2025. Since some parasites can be passed from dog to dog, the routine fecal and heartworm sampling is a screening test for parasites and can help with early detection and treatment options. The facility must follow an approved fecal and heartworm testing schedule from the attending veterinarian. Correct by: July 15, 2026

• Vaccination dates not recorded

  The facility is not creating and maintaining adequate medical records for dogs. The facility representative states the adult dog received the parvovirus and distemper vaccinations earlier this spring but she did not record the dates of administration. Maintaining medical records is important so that adequate vet care can be assessed during inspections and to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act. Dealers must keep copies of medical records for dogs and must make the records available for APHIS inspection. The records must include the identity of the animals, the date the treatment occurred, and the name of all vaccines and treatments given. Correct by: July 15, 2026

• Vaccine records not retained

  The facility is not adequately maintaining medical records. The facility representative reported to disposing of vaccine records for adult and juvenile dogs after a few weeks or months and not keeping them for 1 year past the dog’s disposition date. Maintaining medical records allows for APHIS inspectors to ensure compliance with the preventative care requirements in the Animal Welfare Act and the Program of Vet Care. Correct by ensuring the medical records for all dogs shall be kept and maintained by the dealer for at least 1 year after the dog’s disposition date (death or sale). Correct by: July 15, 2026

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