Monroe L Hochstetler – Valley Farm

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The left eye has a smaller area affected than the right eye. The dog was not noticed to be squinting or appear to have lost any visibility. However; eye issues that are left untreated can cause loss of vision. Licensee must have methods to prevent, control and diagnose eye issues. This dog must be examined by a licensed veterinarian. Documentation of the examination, diagnosis and treatment must be maintained and made available for inspection. Correct By: 5/23/2014"},{"h":"Daily observation not performed","tags":[],"q":"Dog with USDA tag #8 was observed to have an eye issue. The Licensee stated that this issue was not observed or being treated prior to this inspection. Daily observation must be made to ensure all health issues are communicated to the attending veterinarian within a timely manner. Licensee must observe all dogs on a daily basis. In addition, all health issues must be communicated to the attending veterinarian and addressed within a timely manner. Correct By 5/16/2014"}],"si":1},{"d":"2015-10-05","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":40,"b":"25 adults · 15 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/10-5-2015.pdf","f":[{"h":"Yorkshire Terrier dental care not provided","tags":["Direct"],"q":"On December 15, 2014 the attending veterinarian noted that an adult male Yorkshire terrier, USDA tag 90, had grade 4 dental disease. According to the program of veterinary care, any non-pregnant animal noted to have grade 3 or grade 4 dental disease should have its teeth cleaned by a licensed veterinarian. The licensee indicated during the inspection that the animals mouth had not been cleaned or otherwise treated by a veterinarian. The adult Yorkshire terrier, USDA tag 90, was noted to have severe dental disease during the inspection. The animal had a heavy buildup of tan material on the canine teeth, pre-molars and molars. Several teeth on both sides of the mouth were loose and several others were missing. The gums appeared reddened and were receding from the teeth. There was a small pocket of puss between the gum and the tooth one of the left upper cheek teeth. The program of veterinary care as well as instructions from the attending veterinarian should be followed to ensure adequate care for the animals. 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. The licensee shall have appropriate authority to ensure the provision of adequate veterinary care and to oversee the adequacy of other aspects of animal care and use. Correct by having a licensed veterinarian assess this animal end of business on October 7, 2015"},{"h":"Yorkshire Terrier severe dental disease","tags":["Direct","Repeat"],"q":"An adult male Yorkshire terrier, USDA tag 90, was noted to have dental disease during the inspection. The animal had a heavy buildup of tan material on the canine teeth, pre-molars and molars. Several teeth on both sides of the mouth were loose and several others were missing. The gums appeared reddened and were receding from the teeth. There was a small pocket of puss between the gum and the tooth one of the left upper cheek teeth. On December 15, 2014 the attending veterinarian noted that the animal had grade 4 dental disease."},{"h":"Adult female Spaniel hair loss","tags":["Direct","Repeat"],"q":"An adult female spaniel, USDA tag 93, was noted to have hair loss along the top of her back. The licensee stated that this female had weaned a litter of puppies two weeks prior to the inspection and he believed that this was the cause for the hair loss. The licensee had noted that the animal had hair loss and indicated that the condition had been improving, but had not treated the animal or consulted with the veterinarian."},{"h":"Raw wood saturated with waste","tags":[],"q":"There were several areas throughout the entire inside adult area where raw wood was exposed on the framing of the enclosures. There were several areas where the wood appeared to be saturated with waste or urine. In addition the outside exercise area was primarily constructed of raw wood. These surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized and contributes the strong odor within the facility. All solid surfaces within the facility must be able to be readily cleaned and sanitized or replaced when they become warn or soiled. Correct by: November 5, 2015"},{"h":"No shelter in exercise area","tags":[],"q":"This facility has an outdoor area that is used for exercise. This area does not have a shelter structure for the animals to get into during inclement weather. Without a shelter structure these dogs would not have a place to seek shelter from the wind, rain or snow. The Licensee must ensure that all animals have access to a shelter structure while the animals are housed in this area or the area is being used for exercise purposes. Correct By: October 15, 2015"}],"si":1},{"d":"2015-10-14","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Focused inspection","n":1,"b":"1 adult · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/10-14-2015.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2016-02-03","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":49,"b":"28 adults · 21 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/2-3-2016.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2017-03-30","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":34,"b":"26 adults · 8 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/3-30-2017.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2018-03-29","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Attempted inspection","n":null,"b":"","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/3-29-2018.pdf","f":[{"h":"🚫 Access","tags":[],"q":""}],"si":1},{"d":"2018-08-22","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Attempted inspection","n":null,"b":"","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/8-22-2018.pdf","f":[{"h":"🚫 Access","tags":[],"q":""}],"si":1},{"d":"2018-10-16","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":49,"b":"24 adults · 25 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/10-16-2018.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2020-03-04","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":32,"b":"24 adults · 8 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/3-4-2020.pdf","f":[{"h":"Feces and food waste under kennels","tags":[],"q":"The adult primary enclosures consisted of elevated coated wire kennels with no exterior access and several tiled floor-level kennels with exterior access to concrete runs. There was an excessive amount of excreta, and food waste underneath each of the elevated kennels covering approximately 30% of the floor surface. On the interior tile surfaces and the exterior outdoor surfaces of the floor-level kennels there was an excessive accumulation of urine and feces covering approximately 10% of the floor surface. It is important to remove excreta and food waste from the primary enclosures daily and from under primary enclosures as often as necessary to prevent soiling of the dogs contained within the enclosures and to prevent disease hazards, insects, pests, and odors. Correct By: 3/12/2020"},{"h":"Yellow-brown fluid in kennel gutters","tags":[],"q":"In addition to excessive amounts of excreta and food waste underneath the elevated kennels and within the tiled floor-level kennels there was an accumulation of yellowish to reddish brown fluid within the gutters going to the sanitary sewer drains which contributed to the overall poor odor of the facility. Accumulations of dirt, debris, excreta, and food waste contribute to odors and other disease hazards for the animals. In addition to cleaning and removing excessive amounts of food and excreta, the primary enclosures must be sanitized at least once every two (2) weeks. Correct By: 3/12/2020"}],"si":1},{"d":"2023-04-03","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":32,"b":"13 adults · 19 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/4-3-2023.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2024-03-08","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Re-license inspection","n":11,"b":"11 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/3-8-2024.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2024-11-26","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":18,"b":"9 adults · 9 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/11-26-2024.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2025-09-16","s":"Ohio","k":"","l":"OH - CB00071B","t":"Routine inspection","n":18,"b":"9 adults · 9 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/oh/CB00071B/9-16-2025.pdf","f":[{"h":"Missing dental correction records","tags":[],"q":"Upon inspection the licensee had grade one and two dentals that he was correcting but lacked documentation, during the inspection the licensee was able to correct this issue. Corrected on: 9/16/2025"}]},{"d":"2025-09-18","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0487","t":"Routine inspection","n":18,"b":"9 adults · 9 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0487/9-18-2025.pdf","f":[{"h":"Unsealed concrete and cinderblock floors","tags":[],"q":"Five enclosures in a sheltered housing facility, containing a total of 7 dogs, contain surfaces that are not impervious to moisture. The indoor flooring of one enclosure was made of poured concrete, and wetness could be seen seeping into the concrete. All five of the outdoor portions of the enclosures have poured concrete flooring and cinder blocks encompassing approximately 3 ft of the building wall. The poured concrete floors and cinder blocks are not sealed as there is evidence of wetness at the junctures of these structures as well as in the middle of the flooring where the dogs have urinated. Surfaces must be maintained so that they remain impervious to moisture in order to facilitate proper sanitization. Correct by ensuring surfaces that come into contact with the dogs are impervious to moisture. Correct by: October 30, 2025."}],"si":1}]}

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