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03-NOV-2016

City Of Watertown

P. O. Box 910

Watertown, SD 57201

BRAMBLE PARK ZOO

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No non-compliant items identified during this inspection.

This inspection and exit interview were conducted with facility representatives.

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Additional Inspectors

Thomas Secor, Veterinary Medical Officer

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AMY JIRSA SMITH USDA, APHIS, Animal Care

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5019 46-C-0001 001 03-NOV-16CITY OF WATERTOWN

Count SpeciesDonkey/Ass000002Jaguar000002Reeve's muntjac000001Red kangaroo000014European polecat000003Brazilian three-banded armadillo000002Black-handed spider monkey000005Wild boar000002White throated capuchin000007De Brazza's monkey000003Eastern black and white colobus000004Black-tailed prairie dog000003Bactrian camel000004Snow leopard000002Alpaca000002Golden lion tamarin000002North American black bear000002Coyote000002Tiger000002Goat000014Siamang000002American bison000006Ruffed lemur000009North American river otter000002Grey/gray wolf000005Swift fox000004Chinchilla000002Ring-tailed lemur000005European rabbit000002Four-toed hedgehog000005

000120 Total



501912-MAR-15



5019 46-C-0001 001 12-MAR-15CITY OF WATERTOWN

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000001Reindeer000002Jaguar000002Reeve's muntjac000001Red kangaroo000008European polecat000002Brazilian three-banded armadillo000001Black-handed spider monkey000004Wild boar000002White throated capuchin000006De Brazza's monkey000005Eastern black and white colobus000004Black-tailed prairie dog000003Bactrian camel000003American marten000002Snow leopard000002Domesticated Guinea pig000002Golden lion tamarin000002African wild ass000003North American black bear000002Coyote000002Tiger000002Goat000009Black lemur000001Siamang000002American bison000007Ruffed lemur000011North American river otter000002Fisher000002Grey/gray wolf000001Swift fox000004Chinchilla000002Ring-tailed lemur000007Caribou000005European rabbit000006Four-toed hedgehog000004

000124 Total



501927-OCT-15



5019 46-C-0001 001 27-OCT-15CITY OF WATERTOWN

Count SpeciesDonkey/Ass000002Jaguar000002Reeve's muntjac000001Red kangaroo000012European polecat000002Brazilian three-banded armadillo000001Black-handed spider monkey000004Wild boar000000White throated capuchin000006De Brazza's monkey000003Eastern black and white colobus000004Black-tailed prairie dog000003Hazel dormouse000003Bactrian camel000004Snow leopard000001Domesticated Guinea pig000001Golden lion tamarin000002African wild ass000003North American black bear000002Coyote000002Tiger000002Goat000010Black lemur000000Siamang000002American bison000007Ruffed lemur000009North American river otter000002Fisher000002Grey/gray wolf000004Swift fox000005Chinchilla000002Ring-tailed lemur000005European rabbit000004Four-toed hedgehog000004

000116 Total



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5015 46-C-0005 001 08-APR-14BEAR COUNTRY U.S.A.

Count SpeciesCanadian lynx000003Reindeer000006American badger000002Striped skunk000003Arctic fox000007Mule deer000002Raccoon000002American beaver000001Puma/mountain lion/cougar000008North American black bear000265Coyote000002North American porcupine000003American bison000005Bobcat000003Pronghorn000005North American river otter000002Rocky Mountain goat000002Grey/gray wolf000009Red fox000004Bighorn sheep000007White sheep000005Elk000012Grizzly Bear000001

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5015

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26-MAY-2015

BEAR COUNTRY U.S.A.

13820 S. HWY. 16

RAPID CITY, SD 57702

BEAR COUNTRY U S A

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501526-MAY-15



5015 46-C-0005 001 26-MAY-15BEAR COUNTRY U.S.A.

Count SpeciesCanadian lynx000003Reindeer000002American badger000003Striped skunk000004Arctic fox000003Mule deer000002Raccoon000002American beaver000001Puma/mountain lion/cougar000008North American black bear000198Coyote000002North American porcupine000003American bison000005Bobcat000003Pronghorn000005North American river otter000002Rocky Mountain goat000002Rocky Mountain goat000002Grey/gray wolf000010Red fox000004Bighorn sheep000007White sheep000004Elk000011Grizzly Bear000001

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5015

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Bear Country U.S.A.

13820 S. Hwy. 16

Rapid City, SD 57702

BEAR COUNTRY U.S.A.

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This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative.

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501526-OCT-16



5015 46-C-0005 001 26-OCT-16BEAR COUNTRY U.S.A.

Count SpeciesCanadian lynx000002Reindeer000007Pine marten000002American badger000003Striped skunk000004Arctic fox000003Mule deer000005American beaver000001Puma/mountain lion/cougar000008North American black bear000188Coyote000003North American porcupine000003American bison000003Bobcat000003Pronghorn000006North American river otter000002Rocky Mountain goat000003Grey/gray wolf000006Red fox000002Bighorn sheep000011White sheep000002Elk000013Grizzly Bear000001

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02-NOV-2016

City Of Aberdeen: Parks Rec. & Forestry Dept.

225 3rd Avenue S.E.

Aberdeen, SD 57401

CITY OF ABERDEEN: PARKS, REC & FORESTRY

DEPARTMEN

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Thomas Secor, Veterinary Medical Officer

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501602-NOV-16



5016 46-C-0006 001 02-NOV-16CITY OF ABERDEEN: PARKSREC. & FORESTRY DEPT.

Count SpeciesSika deer000004Yak000002White-tailed deer000003American bison000006White-tailed prairie dog000006Llama000003Elk000007

000031 Total



501620-OCT-15



5016 46-C-0006 001 20-OCT-15CITY OF ABERDEEN: PARKSREC. & FORESTRY DEPT.

Count SpeciesSika deer000003Yak000002White-tailed deer000003American bison000003White-tailed prairie dog000009Llama000004Elk000004

000028 Total



501622-SEP-14



5016 46-C-0006 001 22-SEP-14CITY OF ABERDEEN: PARKSREC. & FORESTRY DEPT.

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000002Sika deer000005Yak000002White-tailed deer000006American bison000003White-tailed prairie dog000006Llama000004Elk000008

000036 Total



501720-AUG-15



5017 46-C-0012 001 20-AUG-15BLACK HILLS REPTILE GARDENS

Count SpeciesBlack-tailed prairie dog000007

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26-OCT-2016

Black Hills Reptile Gardens

P. O. Box 620

Rapid City, SD 57709

BLACK HILLS REPTILE GARDENS

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501726-OCT-16



5017 46-C-0012 001 26-OCT-16BLACK HILLS REPTILE GARDENS


000035 Total



501729-JUL-14



5017 46-C-0012 001 29-JUL-14BLACK HILLS REPTILE GARDENS


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10912

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28-SEP-2016

Spirit Of The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary

500 Tinton Road

Spearfish, SD 57783

SPIRIT OF THE HILLS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

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2.40(a)(2)

ATTENDING VETERINARIAN AND ADEQUATE VETERINARY CARE (DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS).

- Upon review of the medical records, there are a number of animals that have been seen by the attending

veterinarian and recommendations documented for treatment of the animals. Treatment that was recommended by

the veterinarian that has not been implemented or followed has affected the following animals:

Shula, female Bengal tiger - was prescribed metacam on 8/22/16 but had not been getting the medication as

prescribed.

Turbo, a mountain lion - was recommended for euthanasia on two different occasions (12/15/15 and 8/22/16) due to

mobility concerns.

Marshmellow, a male sheep was reccomended to be dewormed and provided a different diet.

- In addition, a feeding protocol for animals present at the sanctuary was updated in January 2013. Observation of

the animals at the facility, review of the available feeding records, availability of food at the facility and discussion

with volunteers indicates that the feeding protocol is not being followed.

Exhibitors shall assure that the attending veterinarian has appropriate authority to ensure the provision of adequate

veterinary care and to oversee the adequacy of other aspects of animal care and use.

The sanctuary has not given the appropriate authority to the veterinarian to provide medical care and treatment to

the animals present. Nor has the facility communicated with the veterinarian about appropriate diets for the animals

that have been observed to have lost weight.

The facility must provide the appropriate authority to the attending veterinarian for the veterinary care of the animals

starting immediately.



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2.40(b)(3)


A facility representative caring for the tree squirrel down by the cabin stated that the animal is a low maintenance

animal and that he only provides it food and water about every three days or so.

Daily observation of all animals to assess their health and well-being should be done on all animals to include the

squirrel.

To be corrected immediately.

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2.75(a)(1)

RECORDS: DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS.

The licensee was unable to locate the records for the 31 dogs and 26 cats at the facility. The licensee stated that he

used to have them but he is not sure where they are and that they have not been updated.

Exhibitors are required to make, keep, and maintain records of the dogs and cats that have been purchased or

otherwise acquired, owned, held, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control, or which is

euthanized, sold, or otherwise disposed of by that exhibitor.

Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure each animal’s identity can be known with certainty to facilitate

the ability to trace dogs and cats. The licensee must maintain complete and accurate records of all dogs and cats at

all times at their facility.

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2.75(b)(1)

RECORDS: DEALERS AND EXHIBITORS.

- The list of animals on hand other than dogs and cats provided for inspection was incomplete with date of births

and the sex of the animals missing.

- In addition, when the licensee was asked for the record of acquisition for the bobcat at the cabin, he stated that he

did not have the paperwork and was not able to provide details as to where the animal was obtained from.

Exhibitors are required to make, keep, and maintain records of animals other than dogs and cats that have been

purchased or otherwise acquired, owned, held, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control, or

which is euthanized, sold, or otherwise disposed of by that exhibitor.



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Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure each animal’s identity can be known with certainty and to

facilitate the ability to trace animals. The licensee must maintain complete and accurate records of all animals at all

times at their facility.

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3.1(a)

HOUSING FACILITIES, GENERAL.

The enclosure housing 2 cats and the enclosure housing an additional 6 cats with the birds had laminate flooring.

The laminate flooring where the two cats are has been pecked on by the birds, according the the facility

representative, in the corners and is not being kept in good repair. In addition the laminate flooring is no longer

sticking to the wall and floors making it such that it can not be properly cleaned and sanitized as required.

The housing facilities for these animals need to be kept in good repair to allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing, to

prevent pest infestation, and to promote the health and well-being of the animals.

To be corrected by October 24, 2016.

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3.1(b)


- The housing facility area down by the cabin where there are 5 dogs housed has plywood, trash, and other

discarded material within and around the enclosures.

- The housing facility for the 5 cats in the feed room in the barn has an accumulation of items to include trash, junk

and other items used for the barn animals. The enclosure and the area around the enclosure are covered in a layer

of dust and are not being kept neat and free of clutter.

- The housing facility for the 8 cats that are housed in the two rooms with all of the birds has an accumulation of

items to include trash, items used for birds, a dirty fish tank, items stored for other reasons and other discarded

material. The floor has areas where birds defecate that the cats could walk through.

The areas in which these dogs and cats are housed and the area around the dogs needs to be kept neat and free of

clutter to prevent pest infestation and disease hazards, prevent injury to the dogs and cats, and to promote the

cleanliness of the facility.


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- The middle enclosure housing 2 dogs above the cabin had a piece of plywood with jagged edges and sharp points

exposed to the dogs. The enclosure on the east side housing 2 dogs had a post, pieces of wood, and other debris

in with the dogs with jagged edges and sharp points exposed to the dogs.

- The enclosure "up top" housing 2 wolf hybrids had a section of ground wire that was protruding up from the ground

exposing sharp points to the animals causing the potential for injury.

- The enclosure housing 2 dogs on the south side of the Syrian brown bears had a section of wire paneling with

sharp points protruding up from the ground causing the potential for injury.

The surfaces that are in contact with the dogs in these enclosures, and all enclosures housing dogs throughout the

facility, must be free of jagged edges and sharp points to prevent injury to the dogs.


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3.7(d)

COMPATIBLE GROUPING.

There are 8 cats that are intermingled in two areas that together have fifty plus birds of varying kinds. At least two of

the birds were observed to have feathers missing. Cats are predators to birds which could be contributing to the

feather loss.

These cats should not be housed in the same primary enclosure with any other species of animals unless they are

compatible.


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3.9(b)

FEEDING.

There was food for the 6 wolf hybrids "up top" on the ground. There were four buckets connected to the fencing

that were supposed to be used for feeding the animals but they had water in them and were not being used as food

receptacles as intended.

Food receptacles must be used for the wolf hybrids to minimize contamination by excreta and pests.



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3.11(a)

CLEANING, SANITIZATION, HOUSEKEEPING, AND PEST CONTROL.

The enclosure housing 2 cats and a wide array of birds had newspapers on the floor with piles of bird feces. In

addition, there was bird feed and other debris throughout the enclosure.

Excreta and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily to prevent soiling of the animals and to

reduce disease hazards, insects, pests, and odors.

This enclosure needs to be properly cleaned to promote the health and well-being of the animals within by October

10, 2016.

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3.11(c)

CLEANING, SANITIZATION, HOUSEKEEPING, AND PEST CONTROL.

There is a sheltered area provided for the 4 dogs over by the bears. The area where the dog food and other items

are stored was observed to be in disarray with an accumulation of trash, a white tarp and other debris. The items

were covered with a thick layer of dirt. The facility representative stated that they have had problems with mice in

the area.

These premises and all other premises on the property need to be kept clean and in good repair to protect the

animals from injury, to facilitate the husbandry practices required in this subpart, and to reduce or eliminate

breeding and living areas for rodents and other pests and vermin. The premises need to be kept free of

accumulation of trash, junk, waste products and discarded matter.


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3.125(a)

FACILITIES, GENERAL.

- The enclosure housing "Stinky," the African Lion has a section of chain link fence approximately 2-4 feet from the

primary enclosure fencing that was loose, bent over, and not serving as containment. The volunteer stated that it

was a section of old fencing that had never been removed.

- The greenhouse down by the cabin housing 2 pigs had a file cabinet, dirty blankets, a dirty crate and various other

items in with the animals. One of the pigs was observed crawling over the board that was supposed to contain them



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in the front half of the enclosure.

- There were pieces of green chain link fencing, meant to prevent the animals from digging, protruding from the

ground exposing the animals to risk for injury in the enclosure that was housing 2 Syrian brown bears.

- The catch up pen provided for the 2 younger Syrian brown bears had wires protruding into the pen exposing sharp

points to the bears. In the same enclosure, there were two trees that had tin around the trunks to prevent the

animals from climbing. The tin had been bent outward by the bears exposing sharp edges and points to the animals.

These sharp points have the potential to injure the animals.

These housing facilities need to be constructed of such material and of such strength as appropriate for the animals

involved. They also need to be maintained in good repair, to include all sharp points and edges being repaired or

replaced, to protect the animals from injury.


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3.125(c)

FACILITIES, GENERAL.

- The food storage area over by the sheep was observed to have loaves of bread sitting in a crate on the floor

accessible to the animals and birds on the property. There was trash, a tarp, buckets, an extension cord and other

debris throughout the area. The room was covered in a layer of dust. The bottom of the refrigerator had a layer of

reddish brown material.

- The food storage area for the meat had bones lying on the ground on the north side of the cooler that had been

there for a number of days per the facility representative. There were flies on and around the bones and in the

area. In addition, the chicken that was out to thaw inside the cooler is set up such that the juices drain from the

container the chicken is in down the end of the cooler and out on to the ground. The ground where the juices

dripped was covered in a green slimy material with flies swarming around. The inside of the cooler had a pile of

wood, trash, and other debris sitting next to the freezer causing the potential for vermin infestation.

- The food storage area in the barn was covered with a thick layer of dust, There was trash and other debris

throughout the room. There was a bag of feed and a barrel of alfalfa pellets that were open with flies throughout the

area.

Improperly stored food increases risks for food to become contaminated and cause animals to get sick. These food

storage areas need to adequately protect the food supplies from deterioration, molding, or contamination by vermin.


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3.131(a)

SANITATION.

- The indoor portion of the enclosure housing 1 bobcat was observed to be covered in nuts, debris, insulation, and

other material. The enclosure has not been cleaned any time recently according the the facility representative. The

litter boxes were observed with feces in them and one of them appeared to have dumped out on the floor.

- The indoor portion of the enclosure housing 1 serval and 1 serval cross cat had an accumulation of feces and

other debris and had not been cleaned in a number of days.

- The enclosure housing 1 tree squirrel was observed to have a crate covered with dirt and debris. The facility

representative said that it was a low maintenance animal and that he only looked at it and provided it with water

about every three days. The enclosure had not been cleaned recently evident by the condition of the toys and other

items within the enclosure.

- The enclosure housing 2 bobcats had a litter box that was full and had not been cleaned in some time. The food

receptacle within the enclosure had food in it that was caked with a black material, covered with flies, straw, and

other debris. The facility representative stated that depending on who feeds determines if the food receptacle gets

cleaned prior to the next feeding or not.

- The enclosure housing the adult and baby chinchilla had an accumulation of feces in the litter box, throughout the

enclosure, and on the floor outside the enclosure indicating it had not been cleaned recently.

Excreta and other material need to be removed from primary enclosures as often as necessary to prevent

contamination of the animals and to promote their health and well-being.These enclosures need to be properly

cleaned to maintain the health and well-being of the animals and prevent disease hazards.


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3.131(d)

SANITATION.

- The enclosure housing one bobcat had squirrels nesting in the ceiling as per the facility representative and the

evidence of acorns and pine cones observed between the cracks of the ceiling.

- The barn was observed to have a large number of pigeons living in it. There was feces on the fencing throughout

the barn and within the enclosures housing the sheep and goats.

A safe and effective program for the control of insects, ectoparasites, and avian and mammalian pests needs to be

established and maintained to prevent the potential for disease hazards and to promote the health and well-being of

the animals.



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This inspection was conducted on September 28, 2016 with facility representatives.

The exit interview was conducted on October 2, 2016 with facility representatives.

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10912 46-C-0053 001 28-SEP-16SPIRIT OF THE HILLS WILDLIFESANCTUARY

Count SpeciesCanadian lynx000001Cattle/cow/ox/watusi000001Dog Adult000031Grizzly Bear000001Striped skunk000001Sheep or mouflon000015Llama000006Raccoon000004Lion000004Pig000012Cat Adult000026Syrian Brown Bear000004American red squirrel000001Serval000001Leopard000004Puma/mountain lion/cougar000006Domesticated Guinea pig000002North American black bear000006Coyote000001Tiger000013Chinchilla (domesticated)000003Goat000003North American porcupine000001American bison000002Bobcat000004Wolf/Dog hybrid000012

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500 Tinton Road

Spearfish, SD 57783


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2.131(b)(1) CRITICAL

HANDLING OF ANIMALS.

On October 3, 2016, at approximately 11:30pm, USDA was notified by the director of the sanctuary that Boomer, a

male tiger, was loose from his enclosure. The licensee stated that he had forgotten to close the guillotine door to

Boomer's enclosure when he went into the porta-storage unit to medicate Asia, a female tiger, who shared the

shelter with Boomer. The licensee was unable to get Boomer back in his enclosure safely. Local law enforcement

was notified and arrived on scene where they were able to get the licensee into their vehicle and then located the

loose tiger. Boomer attempted to leave his enclosure and was shot by local law enforcement. After being shot, the

tiger spun around and ran back into his enclosure where he died. The licensee was injured during the escape.

While loose, Boomer attacked a horned heifer and one American bison. The heifer had obvious injuries consistent

with claw marks or bite wounds on both of her rear legs and back end. The smaller bison was very stiff and reluctant

to move. These injured animals were examined by the attending veterinarian. A diagnosis was made and treatment

was administered to the animals.

The licensee must ensure that all animals are handled as expeditiously and carefully as possible to prevent trauma,

behavioral stress, unnecessary discomfort and physical harm.

Correction date: From this point forward.

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This was a focused inspection to check on the direct citations from two inspection reports.

On September 28, 2016 and September 30, 2016 direct citations were cited under 2.40b2 - Veterinary Care, 2.40b3

- Daily Observation, and 3.129a - Feeding. All of the animals cited for the directs were seen by a licensed

veterinarian. A diagnosis and treatment was prescribed as needed.

The inspection was conducted on October 4, 2016 and the exit interview was conducted with the Board president



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* A female Bengal tiger, "Asia," has a red swollen, festering mass on her lower left gum. The mass appears to

protrude from her mouth and is, at a minimum, two inches by one inch with an unknown depth. The mass was

observed to be dripping blood. While observing the tiger, she hit the fence where the mass was and was observed

to jerk back in pain. She was observed to be licking frequently and rubbing her face with her paw.

The tiger was assessed by the attending veterinarian on September 15th, 2016 and it was documented that it may

be "possible neoplasia" and it would be "monitored and removed if appropriate." No treatment was administered at

that time. No record of monitoring was present.

Most of the food from the feeding on Tuesday, September 27th, 2016 was observed on the ground within the

enclosure and had not all been consumed. The tiger was observed having difficulty picking up the chicken and

eating when it tried to eat. The hip bones, spine, and ribs are visible on the tiger indicating the tiger is not

consuming enough calories due to inability or lack of food.

* A male African Lion, "Hercules", was observed to be extremely thin (Body Condition Score -BCS 1/5) with his

spine and hip bones showing. When he got up to walk, his legs seemed to be extremely stiff, and he was having

difficulty walking. When he walked his back legs were uncoordinated with exaggerated movements. His walk was

very staggered and unsteady. He was observed to stumble as he walked on multiple occasions. He only walked

about ten steps and then laid back down. Most of the food that had been fed the night before (September 27th) was

still on the ground within the enclosure and had not been consumed.

Masses can be painful and/or distressful to the animal and may lead to further medical conditions. A thin body

condition and difficulty walking can be indications of other medical problems occurring in the animal.

All exhibitors shall establish and maintain programs of adequate veterinary care that include the use of appropriate

methods to prevent, control, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries.


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This female Bengal tiger needs to be evaluated by a veterinarian by the end of the day September 28, 2016. This

verbal correction dated was provided to the Board Secretary and the Sanctuary Director via two separate phone

calls at approximately 11:30AM and 11:45AM respectively on September 28th. A diagnosis needs to be made to

include a treatment plan with appropriate follow-up treatment and care. Written documentation needs to be kept on

all treatment to include medications administered (what medication, the dosage, time, and who administered) and

any surgeries performed. This documentation needs to be kept and maintained and made available upon next

inspection.

This male African lion needs to be evaluated by a veterinarian by the end of the day September 28, 2016. This was

communicated to the veterinarian and veterinary technician at approximately 4:30PM on September 28, 2016. A

diagnosis needs to be made to include a treatment plan with appropriate follow-up treatment and care. Written

documentation needs to be kept on all treatment to include medications administered (what medication, the dosage,

the time, and who administered) and any surgeries performed. This documentation needs to be kept and

maintained and made available upon next inspection.

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There were several animals throughout the facility that were observed to have other veterinary care related

problems as documented below:

* A female pot-bellied pig, "Tilly," roaming free near the barn, was observed to have difficulty walking. She was slow

moving. Her rear legs did not move properly. When she attempted to move forward her hind end side-stepped and

her rear feet crossed each other. She moved in a staggering motion and was observed falling down on multiple

occasions when she tried to turn around.

* A sheep, "Baby Sheep," was housed with "Marshmallow" in a stall in the barn. The animal care taker stated that

the sheep was observed to be throwing up green liquid. Depending on who was asked, the veterinarian was or was

not contacted. A document was provided showing that Baytril was to be administered to the sheep twice a day. The

attending veterinarian's office did not have any record for "Baby Sheep."

* A female goat has a hard mass on its right ear. The mass is round and slightly larger than a golf ball. It was firm,

covered with thinning hair and mildly red to purple in color.

* A male dog, "Skippy," housed with the coyote was observed to have an open wound under his right eye. The

wound is closely located to the outside corner of the eye and is approximately 2-3 cm in size. The wound itself is

moderately red and swollen with brown to black crusting around the open area.

* A male mountain lion, "Turbo," was observed to have a sore right front leg and is unable to get around his

enclosure easily. The animal is missing it's left front leg so when it stands it relies solely on its right front leg. When

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As a result, he stood in a "hunched over" position. When the animal attempted to walk he still did not place the

bottom of his foot on the ground or fully extend his front right leg. He walked hunched over, in a "crawling" motion,

with his head down. The facility representative stated that the animal has a pressure sore on its right front leg. The

vet records show that the animal was assessed by the attending veterinarian on December 15, 2015 and

recommended euthanasia and then again on August 22, 2016 where euthanasia was recommended once again.

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There were a number of animals throughout the sanctuary that were observed to be extremely thin:

* A female wolf hybrid, "Macey," housed down by the cabin was observed to be extremely thin (BCS 0.5/5) with her

hip bones and spine showing. The hip bones and spine were prominent. The ribs were moderately visible. The

abdomen had a "tucked up" appearance and appeared sunken in behind the ribs.

* A female hog, "Gertrude," housed by the barn was observed to have open sores on her sides. The size of the

sores varied in size from pinpoint to 2-3 cm. Some of the smaller sores were scabbed over but the majority of the

larger sores were open with brown to black crusting around the open areas. Some of the sores were oozing a

yellow-green discharge while others were bleeding. The hog was also extremely thin (BCS 0.5) with her back bone

and hips protruding. When the hog got up, she walked over to the fencing and started rubbing/itching her sides

along the fencing causing the sores to bleed/ooze more.

* A female sheep, "Marshmellow," housed in one of the stalls in the barn was observed to be emaciated (BCS 0.5/5)

with every bone in its body clearly visible. The ribs, hips, back-bone and head bones were protruding greatly and

the abdomen was sunken in behind the ribs. The sheep moves very little and spends a good deal of time standing

in place with its head in the corner. The sheep was evaluated on August 22nd, 2016 and the veterinarian diagnosed

moderate arthritis, vision loss, and generalized muscle loss. The veterinarian recommended deworming with

Fenbendazole and a diet increase/change. There are no records showing that the recommendations were followed.

There are no records showing that the veterinarian has been contacted since the evaluation in August.

* A male Grizzly bear, "Kody," was observed pacing non-stop in his enclosure. He appears thin (BCS 1.5/5) and his

hair coat appears poor. His hip bones, shoulders and spine were mildly protruding and his haircoat is dull and rough

in appearance.

* "Benny" and "Kiwani," two Syrian bears housed next to the other bears appear thin (BCS 2/5) with mildly

protruding hip bones, shoulders and spine.

* The female black bear, "Lilly," and the male black bear, "Grunt," were observed to be thin (BCS 2/5) with poor hair

coats. Their hip bones, shoulders and spine were mildly protruding and their haircoats were dull and rough in

appearance. Their flank appears to be sunken in.

* A male white tiger, "Raphael," was observed to be thin (BCS 2.5/5) with prominent hip bones and back bone.

* A female Bengal tiger, "Shula," was observed to be thin (BCS 2.5/5) with prominent hip bones and back bone. She



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was also observed dribbling urine when she exited her shelter. Her food from the feeding from September 28, 2016

was still on the ground in her enclosure and had not all been consumed. The attending veterinarian assessed the

tiger on August 22nd and recommended metacam be administered every other day. There was no metacam on the

property and the animal care takers present were not made aware that she should be getting medication.

Veterinary care issues, such as all those listed above can be painful or distressful to the animal and can lead to

further health complications. The animals listed above must be examined by a licensed veterinarian by 5:00 pm on

September 29, 2016 in order to ensure that an accurate diagnosis is obtained and an

appropriate treatment plan is developed and followed. This information, including the diagnosis, treatment and

resolution of the condition, must be documented and made available to the inspector upon request. The licensee

must ensure that all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times.

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Evidence of daily observation of the health and well being of every animal is not present. Ongoing chronic health

and well being issues have not been reported to the attending veterinarian in a timely and accurate manner.

No notations on any animal's condition are present, even with animals who had recognized health or well being

issues.

Animals with health conditions needing immediate or timely veterinary assessment and care were not reported to

the veterinarian prior to inspection. This included "Hercules" as described above.

The veterinarian had not been contacted for chronic health and well being issues such as weight loss, lameness,

lethargy and ill thrift. No monitoring or corrective plans were in place.

There was no evidence of administration of veterinary prescribed medication or treatments or follow up/monitoring

for the tigers "Shula" or "Asia" who had been evaluated by veterinarian.

There was a verbal report of an animal being administered medications without a prescription/treatment protocol

from a veterinarian - "Baby Sheep" housed with "Marshmallow" was reportedly being treated with Baytril®

(fluoroquinolone). There was no documentation that the animal had been seen by the veterinarian or that the

veterinarian prescribed the treatment.

Thinness, lameness, oral mass and other cited health issues appear NOT to be acute problems, but have

developed over a significant amount of time (>6 weeks) which should have allowed for proper and timely

assessment, treatment/intervention and reassessment by veterinarian.

The facility representatives present on the inspection stated that daily observations were not being done, that some

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medical conditions in the animals.

Most feeding records are not initialed by the person who performed task and appear to have been filled out all at

one time rather than daily. The facility representatives present on the inspection stated that feeding and watering of

animals was not always done.

The lack of daily observation records, the statements made by the facility representatives and the general

conditions of the animals show that there is inadequate daily observation and a lack of communication with the

veterinarian. Inadequate daily observation and communication with the veterinarian allows for chronic problems to

develop and acute health and well being issues to be overlooked which can lead to unnecessary pain, distress, and

suffering for the animals.

The licensee must conduct daily observations of all animals to assess their health and well-being. In addition, a

mechanism of direct and frequent communication is required so that timely and accurate information on problems of

animal health, behavior and well-being is conveyed to the attending veterinarian. In order to demonstrate

compliance, records should show that all animals were observed daily to assess their health and well being. In

addition, all communications with the veterinarian should be documented. These records should be maintained and

made available to the inspectors upon request. Correction of this should be immediate from this day forward.

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3.129(a) DIRECT

FEEDING.

Throughout the facility the body conditions of animals were observed to be inadequate indicating that the animals

are not consuming enough calories either due to lack of food, lack of quality food, inappropriate diet, or the inability

to consume the food provided.

The following animals appeared thin to emaciated:

* "Macy" - wolf hybrid - housed at the cabin

* "Gertrude" - Female hog -housed at the barn

* "Marshmallow" - Female sheep - housed at the barn

* "Cody" - Male Kodiak Grizzly bear

* "Benny" and "Kiwani" - Male and female Syrian bears

* "Lilly"- female black bear

* "Grunt" - male black bear

* "Raphael" - male white tiger

* "Shula" - Female Bengal tiger

* "Hercules" - Male African lion



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* "Asia" - female Bengal tiger

In addition, the facility representatives present during the inspection stated that animals were not being fed

appropriately.

Insufficient, inadequate quality or inappropriate diets can cause serious illness in animals leading to health problems

in the animals to include death by starvation. Food provided to all animals at the facility shall be wholesome,

palatable, and free from contamination and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good

health. The diet shall be prepared with consideration for the age, species, condition, size, and type of the animal.

Animals shall be fed at least once a day except as dictated by hibernation, veterinary treatment, normal fasts, or

other professionally accepted practices.

The diets for the above mentioned animals need to be assessed by the veterinarian and the operators of the facility.

An appropriate written diet and feeding schedule needs to be implemented to include detailed records on what is

being fed (including food item and weight), what time it is being fed, and who is providing the feed. These records

need to be maintained at the facility and made available for inspection upon next inspection.

To be corrected by noon, September 30, 2016.

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3.132 DIRECT

EMPLOYEES.

It is evident by the number and type of non-compliant items that there is an inadequate number of knowledgeable

employees to carry out the level of husbandry and care required by the Animal Welfare regulations. During the

day-long inspection at the facility, numerous animals were observed to need veterinary care. Animals were

observed to be thin indicating they are not getting a sufficient diet and there are animals intermingled with animals

that are not compatible with each other. There were areas in the facility that needed maintenance and upkeep. In

addition, the animal caretakers who accompanied the inspector on inspection indicated that the "reliable people"

who were assigned to the different areas of the sanctuary had not shown up at the sanctuary to care for the animals

they were assigned to care for. Some of the people who were assigned to the areas were not showing up until later

in the day or even in the dark of night to feed the big cats and bears.

The volunteers who are currently at the sanctuary have little to no experience with large exotic animals and there is

not a program in place to train the volunteers who are helping or who will be helping in the future. In addition, the

turn over at the facility continues to be extremely high making it difficult to maintain sufficiently trained employees.

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including veterinary care and husbandry issues, are identified and corrected which could be detrimental to the

welfare of the animals.

The sanctuary needs to employ a sufficient number of adequately trained employees to maintain the professionally

acceptable level of husbandry practices set forth in this subpart. Such practices shall be under a supervisor who has

a background in animal care.


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This inspection was conducted with Sanctuary volunteers. An exit interview, conducted on September 29, 2016,

was conducted with a Sanctuary volunteer and Animal Care VMO, Dr. Ann Goplen.

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- Ram lamb was observed to have a scraped up left ear and his prepuce appeared to have a sore on it with some

black and soiled material around. The scrape and prepuce are conditions that, if not evaluated and treated per a

veterinarian's recommendations could become infected and remain painful. Ensure that Ram-lamb is seen by a

veterinarian and treated per their recommendations.

- Skippy or Skip,a neutered male dog, housed with a coyote named Wiley has an open lesion under his right eye

that is draining and open. He was treated for an abscess and tooth problem where the lesion is but last treatment

was documented on 8/31/16. The facility reported that some time ago tests were done to see why the area doesn't

heal but does not have the test results available. Skip must be treated per veterinarian's recommendations.

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The following animals have not had treatment plans initiated. A veterinarian has visited the facility on 9/29/2016 to

make recommendations, however the recommended treatment plans have not been implemented and the facility

reports that implementation cannot begin until Monday 10/3/16 when the regular attending veterinarian returns.

Some animals are in poor body condition and need specific diet recommendations however, the facility reports

specific diet instructions cannot be obtained until Monday 10/3/16 from the regular attending veterinarian. These

animals do not have appropriate body condition to enter winter and maintain a quality life.

- Kody, a male Kodiak Grizzly, has a sunken in appearance behind his shoulders and in front of his hips indicating

that he is too thin. He has a coarse and dull hair coat as well indicating poor nutrition. The facility reports only

feeding produce and occasionally meat products.

- Raphael, a male white tiger, was observed to be stiff and walk tenderly in his hind legs. He is thin; his shoulder

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- Hercules, a male African lion, approximately 19y old. He was observed to be weak and very reluctant to get up on

his feet. His hind legs appear very weak. The veterinarian that saw him yesterday recommended bloodwork to

check for health problems as soon as possible or to euthanize to alleviate his suffering.

- Shula, a female tiger, has had bowed back legs due to a bone/joint problem. She was prescribed Metacam

8/22/16 for pain management. The director was treating her and then left the facility for a week and nobody else

treated her while gone. The director reported that he treated her today. She also now has a swollen area on her

right elbow. She is thin—her hip bones are visible and her backbone is slightly visible.

- Asia, a female tiger, age unknown, has a red, swollen lesion on her lower left portion of her mouth. Some red

discharge was observed around the area. Her right front leg (forearm) has some swelling on it as well. Her tail is

coated in ‘burdock’ thorns as well indicating possible lack of grooming which is a sign that an animal is not feeling

well. She is also thin—her hip bones are clearly visible.

- Leonardo, a male lion (without mane); is emaciated, his shoulder blades are clearly visible, most of his spine is

visible, and his hip bones are clearly visible. He is housed with two tigers (Bailey and Buddashey) and each was

reportedly fed 20 lbs of chicken meat last night. Other large cats on the property that were reported fed last night

were observed to have had leftover chicken during the inspection. There was no leftover chicken seen in

Leonardo's enclosure during inspection. The veterinarian recommended yesterday to separate Leonardo to better

control his diet and to monitor his eating.

- Lily, a female black bear with grey on her face, is thin and has a poor haircoat. The areas behind her shoulders

and in front of her hips are sunken in, indicating that she is too thin for this time of the year with winter coming up.

- Grunt, a male black bear, is thin and has a poor haircoat. The areas behind his shoulders and in front of his hips

are sunken in, indicating that he is too thin for this time of the year with winter coming up.

- Holly, a female black bear, is thin and has a poor haircoat. The areas behind her shoulders and in front of her hips

are sunken in, indicating that she is too thin for this time of the year with winter coming up.

- Benny and Kiwani, male and female Syrian brown bears, observed to be thin; the areas behind their shoulders and

in front of their hips are sunken in indicating they are too thin.

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- Macy, a female wolf hybrid, housed down by the cabin, is very thin. Her hip bones and shoulders can be seen

(even though her fur coat is thick), her rear leg muscles appear to be very thin and weak, and her abdomen has a

very tucked up appearance behind the ribs. She was observed to be pacing nervously, she had diarrhea, and also

retched and then vomitted a large amount of food during the inspection. The director said she gets nervous and

vomits and has diarrhea.

- Marshmellow,a male sheep, is extremely thin and reluctant to move. His hip bones and spine are easily seen. Staff

reported yesterday that he is constantly dripping urine, his prepuce area today was confirmed to have urine

dripping. The area around his prepuce was also soiled.

- Gertrude, a female hog is thin and has scabbed sores and moist sores (about half dollar-sized) spread out on both

sides of her body. Her shoulder blades, jaw bones, hip bone and spine are all visible and the area in front of her

hips is sunken in.

- Baby sheep, has had a history of regurgitating green rumen material. Baby sheep had been prescribed Baytril, the

last documented treatment was 9/22. The veterinarian has recommended further workup and bloodwork or

euthanasia.

- Ballsy or ‘Big balls’ (named by facility), a vasectomized male sheep, was seen limping and and his testicles are

outwardly enlarged. The veterinarian examined him and found that the left testicle was twice the size of the right

and are firm and that surgery (complete castration) is recommended.

- Tilly, a female potbelly pig, is unstable on her hind legs and has trouble walking. She walks a short distance and

then her hind end appears to give out and she lays down. The veterinarian has recommended radiographs (x-rays)

to further decide treatment.

- Turbo, a mountain lion, has had its left front leg amputated years ago per facility. It has been recommended by

the attending veterinarian to have her euthanized two previous times (12/15/15) and (8/22/16) due to mobility

concerns. The veterinarian that examined Turbo yesterday also had concerns of mobility and recommended

euthanasia.

These direct non-compliances need veterinary treatment and thin animals need close veterinary oversight on their

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treatment plans directed by a licensed veterinarian must be initiated before 1pm on Monday October 3, 2016.

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FEEDING.

APHIS officials observed no fewer than 12 carnivores at the facility exhibiting signs of poor body condition indicative

of a lack of food of a sufficient quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good: "Kody" (male Kodiak

grizzly bear); "Benny" (male Syrian bear); "Kiwani" (female Syrian bear); "Lilly" (female black bear);"Grunt" (male

black bear); "Holly" (female black bear); "Raphael" (male white tiger); "Shula" (female Bengal tiger); "Hercules"

(male African lion); "Asia" (female Bengal tiger); "Leonardo" (male African lion); and "Macey" (female wolf hybrid).

The licensee represented to APHIS officials that he typically feeds these animals every-other-day, and Saturday

(October 1, 2016) is a scheduled feed day for the animals. The licensee has approximately 500 pounds of chicken

leg quarters and other miscellaneous meat products on hand to feed the animals, and stated additional food

supplies (chicken) would not be available for pick-up until Monday. The facility’s feeding protocol (dated January

2013), however, states the facility requires over 800 pounds of meat per feeding for the animals. The facilities’

feeding plan does not consider the animals’ current poor body condition, and the facility does not have adequate

food supplies on hand to meet the facility’s minimal food needs (as described in the January 2013 plan).

APHIS officials observed no fewer than two additional animals exhibiting signs of poor body condition indicative of a

lack of food of a sufficient quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good: "Gertrude" (Female hog

-housed at the barn) and "Marshmallow" (Female sheep - housed at the barn Insufficient). Inadequate quality or

inappropriate diets can cause serious illness in animals leading to health problems in the animals to include death

by starvation.

The regulations provide that: “The food shall be wholesome, palatable, and free from contamination and of sufficient

quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good health. The diet shall be prepared with consideration for

the age, species, condition, size, and type of the animal. Animals shall be fed at least once a day except as dictated

by hibernation, veterinary treatment, normal fasts, or other professionally accepted practices.”

The diets for the above mentioned animals must be assessed with consideration for the age, species, condition,

size, and type of the animals. The facility must demonstrate it is able to provide food to the animals of sufficient

quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good health. To be corrected by 1pm on Monday, October 3,

2016.



30-SEP-2016

DIRECTOR

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Inspection Report

Prepared By:

Title:

Date:

Date:

Received By:

Title:

2016082567946201 Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH

This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the sanctuary director and a volunteer.

2016082567946201 Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH


Ann Goplen, Veterinary Medical Officer

Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH

Scott Welch, Veterinary Medical Officer

Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH



30-SEP-2016

DIRECTOR

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1091230-SEP-16




Count SpeciesDog Adult000001Grizzly Bear000001Sheep or mouflon000003Lion000002Pig000002Syrian Brown Bear000002Puma/mountain lion/cougar000001North American black bear000004Tiger000003Wolf/Dog hybrid000001

000020 Total



502004-FEB-16



5020 46-C-0057 001 04-FEB-16GREAT PLAINS ZOO ANDDELBRIDGE MUSEUM

Count SpeciesCheetah000001Cattle/cow/ox/watusi000002Horse000001Reindeer000003Guanaco000002Giant anteater000001Slender-tailed meerkat000003Common squirrel monkey000010Japanese macaque *Male000012Grevys zebra000005Red kangaroo000004European polecat000001Striped skunk000001Sheep or mouflon000008Black rhinoceros000002Eastern black and white colobus000002Leopard000001Snow leopard000004North American black bear000001Brown bear000001Sebas short-tailed bat000011Tiger000006Goat000012Siamang000003Bongo000002North American porcupine000002American bison000015Tammar wallaby000001Pallas cat000001Giraffe000003Red wolf000002Hill wallaroo000001Swift fox000002Red fox000002Red panda000002Alpaca000001Chinchilla000003Ring-tailed lemur000004Four-toed hedgehog000003

000141 Total



502005-MAY-15



5020 46-C-0057 001 05-MAY-15GREAT PLAINS ZOO ANDDELBRIDGE MUSEUM

Count SpeciesCheetah000001Cattle/cow/ox/watusi000002Horse000001Reindeer000005Guanaco000002Giant anteater000001Slender-tailed meerkat000003Common squirrel monkey000010Japanese macaque *Male000011Grevys zebra000005Red kangaroo000004European polecat000001Striped skunk000001Sheep or mouflon000008Black rhinoceros000002Dromedary camel000002Eastern black and white colobus000002Leopard000001Snow leopard000002North American black bear000001Brown bear000001Sebas short-tailed bat000011Tiger000006Goat000013Siamang000004Bongo000001North American porcupine000002American bison000013Tammar wallaby000001Pallas cat000001Giraffe000007Red wolf000002Hill wallaroo000001Swift fox000002Red fox000002Red panda000002Alpaca000001Chinchilla000001Ring-tailed lemur000004Four-toed hedgehog000006

Count Species000146 Total



502015-APR-14



5020 46-C-0057 001 15-APR-14GREAT PLAINS ZOO ANDDELBRIDGE MUSEUM

Count SpeciesCheetah000003Cattle/cow/ox/watusi000002Horse000001Reindeer000003Guanaco000002Giant anteater000001Slender-tailed meerkat000003Common squirrel monkey000008Japanese macaque *Male000009Grevys zebra000005Red kangaroo000005European polecat000001Striped skunk000001Sheep or mouflon000006Black rhinoceros000002Eastern black and white colobus000002Leopard000001Snow leopard000002North American black bear000002Brown bear000001Sebas short-tailed bat000012Tiger000006Goat000013Siamang000004Bongo000002North American porcupine000002American bison000009Tammar wallaby000001Pallas cat000001Pronghorn000002Giraffe000006Red wolf000003Hill wallaroo000002Swift fox000002Red fox000002Red panda000002Alpaca000001Chinchilla000001Ring-tailed lemur000004Four-toed hedgehog000008

Count Species000143 Total



608218-AUG-15



6082 46-C-0059 001 18-AUG-15HIGH PLAINS WESTERNHERITAGE CENTER

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000003

000003 Total



608228-JUL-14



6082 46-C-0059 001 28-JUL-14HIGH PLAINS WESTERNHERITAGE CENTER


000003 Total



33149218-MAY-16



331492 46-C-0066 001 18-MAY-16OLD MACDONALDS FARM L L C

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000008Donkey/Ass000007Horse000013Yak000002Sheep or mouflon000008Sheep or mouflon000008Pig000009Goat000036Llama000002European rabbit000003

000096 Total



33149220-AUG-15



331492 46-C-0066 001 20-AUG-15OLD MACDONALDS FARM L L C

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000005Donkey/Ass000009Horse000009Yak000002Sheep or mouflon000008Pig000009Goat000028Llama000002European rabbit000003

000075 Total



33149229-JUL-14



331492 46-C-0066 001 29-JUL-14OLD MACDONALDS FARM L L C

Count SpeciesCattle/cow/ox/watusi000005Donkey/Ass000009Horse000009Yak000002Sheep or mouflon000008Pig000010Goat000034Llama000002European rabbit000003

000082 Total


Inspection Report

Prepared By:

Title:

Date:

Date:

Received By:

Title:

Customer ID:

Certificate:

Site:

Type:

Date:

6082

46-C-0069

001

ROUTINE INSPECTION

27-OCT-2016

High Plains Western Heritage Center

P. O. Box 524

Spearfish, SD 57783

HIGH PLAINS WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER

2016082567980340 Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH


This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the Director.

2016082567980340 Insp_id

AJIRSA SMITH



27-OCT-2016

SENT BY EMAIL

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608227-OCT-16



6082 46-C-0069 001 27-OCT-16HIGH PLAINS WESTERNHERITAGE CENTER


000004 Total


Inspection Report

Prepared By:

Title:

Date:

Date:

Received By:

Title:

Customer ID:

Certificate:

Site:

Type:

Date:

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22-FEB-2017

Great Plains Zoo And Delbridge Museum

805 S Kiwanis Ave

Sioux Falls, SD 57104

GREAT PLAINS ZOO AND DELBRIDGE MUSEUM

2016082568110106 Insp_id

TSECOR


This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the facility Attending Veterinarian and the Senior Director of

Animal Programs.

2016082568110106 Insp_id

TSECOR

22-FEB-2017

23-FEB-2017

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