USDA charges animal exhibitor under AWA
Avella, PA (US)

Incident Date: Monday, Sep 30, 1996
County: Washington

Disposition: USDA Citation

Person of Interest: James E Stephens

In October 1996, the U.S. Department of Agriculture charged licensed animal exhibitor James E. Stephens, doing business as Water Wheel Exotics, Inc. in Avella, Pa., with violations of the Animal Welfare Act.

APHIS inspectors found violations in the areas of recordkeeping, housing, storage, sanitation, veterinary care, and treatment.

References

• USDA - October 26, 1996

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