Freeman R Troyer – First Choice Puppies / Morning Glory Kennels

The facility had medications that were past the labeled expiration date. The expired medications included Betagen topical spray (Expired 6/01/2015) and Doc Roy's Tri Omega 3 ( Expired 10/2014). These medications were stored with other medications that were currently being used, and therefore ready to use. Expired medication may not work as anticipated, could become contaminated or harm the animals. Usage of medications that are not properly labeled may harm the animals. Licensee must establish and maintain a program that ensures medications are not used past their labeled expiration date and ensure all bottles are labeled correctly. To be corrected by: December 17, 2015.

During the inspection it was identified that the attending veterinarian conducted the annual physical exams for each the animals on 13 May 2016. During the veterinarians exam one dog that is still at the facility was identified as having grade 3 dental disease. The dog identified was an adult female Yorkshire Terrier (microchip# 0A01400845). Upon examination of this dog, the teeth appeared to not have been cleaned. The upper canine teeth were both broken, several of the cheek teeth were missing. The canines,remaining cheek teeth and molars had a moderate buildup of tan material. The gums were swollen along the cheek teeth and were receding along the canines and cheek teeth. According to the program of veterinary care any dog identified as having grade 3 dental disease shall be seen by a veterinarian for dental cleaning within three months to appropriately remove the tartar buildup from the teeth. The licensee did not contact the veterinarian for a dental cleaning. The Licensee shall assure that the attending veterinarian has appropriate authority to ensure the provision of adequate veterinary care. Licensee must contact the veterinarian for the examination of the animal previously identified as having dental disease. Documentation of the examination, diagnosis and treatment must be maintained and made available for inspection. Correct by close of business on November 16, 2016

During the inspection two dogs were identified as having dental disease. The dogs identified were adult female Yorkshire Terrier (microchip# 0A01400845) and adult female Yorkshire Terrier (microchip# 0A01402510). Upon examination of Yorkshire Terrier microchip# 0A01400845 the upper canine teeth were both broken, several of the cheek teeth were missing. The canines,remaining cheek teeth and molars had a moderate buildup of tan material. The gums were swollen along the cheek teeth and were receding along the canines and cheek teeth. Upon examination of Yorkshire Terrier microchip# 0A01402510 there were several of the cheek teeth were missing. The canines,remaining cheek teeth and molars had a moderate buildup of tan material. The gums were swollen along the cheek teeth and were receding along the canines and cheek teeth. The adult female Yorkshire Terrier (microchip# 0A01400845) was previously identified by the veterinarian on 13 May 2016 as having grade 3 dental disease, as defined by the program of veterinary care.According to the program of veterinary care any dog identified as having grade 3 dental disease shall be seen by a veterinarian for dental cleaning within three months to appropriately remove the tartar buildup from the teeth. The licensee did not contact the veterinarian for a dental cleaning. The licensee did not follow the instruction provided in the program of veterinary care indicating that the animal should have received care by a licensed veterinarian. Untreated dental disease may lead to problems consuming food as well as several conditions, such as cardiac disease, that affect the health and well-being of the animal. Appropriate methods to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries must be utilized. These dogs must be examined by a licensed veterinarian. Documentation of assessment, treatment, and plan for each dog shall be maintained for examination by APHIS officials.