Jonas, Elizabeth & Marianna Yutzy – Bluebird Hill Farm

A female Pomeranian puppy (#22-25, DOB 5/24/2025) was weak and lethargic and had a clear discharge from her nostrils. She was heard to be coughing and wheezing. She would not open her right eye although no discharge was observed at the time of inspection. The licensee stated that the eye had some discharge on it on the previous day and it was cleaned and a silver based solution placed on it (no instructions from attending veterinarian on this treatment). The licensee also stated that the puppy was coughing and not well on the previous day. A veterinarian was not consulted for evaluation and proper treatment. The puppy had been given an injection of penicillin that was formulated for livestock. She was being given a mixture of water, karo syrup and electrolytes, which was lapped up slowly. Respiratory conditions in very young dogs can worsen quickly and cause death if not properly and promptly evaluated and treated. Eye conditions can be painful and worsen if not properly diagnosed and treated quickly. Licensees must ensure that they establish and maintain programs of adequate veterinary care, including the use of appropriate methods to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries. When animals are identified with injuries or illness, they must seek care by their veterinarian to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases. A medical record of the illness and treatment must be created and made available to APHIS officials. Correct by ensuring that the animal listed above is examined and treated by a licensed veterinarian by close of business on July 1, 2025. NOTE: The veterinarian was called at the end of the inspection and a morning appointment was made. Instructions for further care was given. ****An injectible antibiotic, Norocillin formulated for livestock, had been used for the injection given to the puppy. Using this formulation, it was difficult for the licensee to know the proper dose for the dog and did not consult the attending veterinarian. The licensee stated that she guessed and gave the puppy "a drop" but there is no certainty in knowing if it was the proper dose. Medications which are being used in a manner different than what is written on the label or without the instructions of a licensed veterinarian may be harmful to the animals or may not work as anticipated. The licensee must ensure that all medications have written instructions for their use in the dogs obtained from a veterinarian and that these instructions are followed to ensure the health and safety of the animals. This medicine has also been improperly stored as it was not refrigerated at the recommended range of 36-46 degrees Fahrenheit. The bottle was in the kennel area where the temperature was approximately 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Improperly stored medications may lose their efficacy and quality. Improperly dosed animals may not improve. The licensee must ensure that all medications are properly stored according to their labeled directions and that all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times. Corrected during inspection by removal of medication.

A female Pomeranian puppy (#22-25, DOB 5/24/2025) has been receiving treatment for an eye condition and respiratory condition for 1 day prior to the day of inspection. There is no record of treatment except what the licensee reported verbally to the inspector. Dealers must keep medical records for dogs documenting all required information including the date and identification of animals treated, and if a problem is identified (such as a disease, injury, or illness), the date and a description of the problem, examination findings, test results, plan for treatment and care, and treatment procedures performed, when appropriate; fully detailed treatment plans, and results of examinations conducted by licensed veterinarians. The licensee must ensure medical records are created and maintained and fully document all procedures, treatments, and examinations for each adult dog and puppy. Correct by July 1, 2025

There was no medical record created for a sick puppy (22-25, DOB 5/24/2025). It had been treated with an antibiotic sub-cutaneously and fluids by mouth. A veterinarian had been contacted but there was no record of instructions given. Medical records are important to document any illness or injury and that appropriate care was given. Dealers must keep medical records for dogs documenting all required information including the date and identification of animals treated, and if a problem is identified (such as a disease, injury, or illness), the date and a description of the problem, examination findings, test results, plan for treatment and care, and treatment procedures performed, when appropriate; fully detailed treatment plans, and results of examinations conducted by licensed veterinarians. The licensee must ensure medical records are created and maintained and fully document all procedures, treatments, and examinations for each adult dog and puppy.

Inside the building there were 2 unopened bags of dog food and 1 bag of shavings for bedding that was directly on the floor. The food and bedding could come into contact with cleaning solution or water or potentially rodents and become contaminated. When placed on the floor, it prevents the cleaning under the bags. Supplies of food and bedding must be stored in a manner that protects the supplies from spoilage, contamination, and vermin infestation. The supplies must be stored off the floor and away from the walls, to allow cleaning underneath and around the supplies. Correction date: 29 January 2026