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Ferris State University

BIG RAPIDS, Michigan 49307

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License: 34-R-0019 Type: R Last Inspected: Oct 28, 2019
6 Inspections
0 Total Violations
0 Critical
0 Repeat Violations
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Animals on Record

EUROPEAN RABBIT: 12 DOMESTIC RABBIT / EUROPEAN RABBIT: 12
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Inspection History

6 inspections on record

Oct 28, 2019
No Violations
Nov 1, 2018
No Violations
Animals: 6 · Type: Class R - Research Facility
Nov 2, 2017
No Violations
Animals: 6 · Type: Class R - Research Facility
Jan 30, 2017
No Violations
Dec 3, 2015
No Violations
Animals: 6 · Type: Class R - Research Facility
Dec 2, 2014
No Violations
Animals: 6 · Type: Class R - Research Facility

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This page shows the complete USDA inspection history for Ferris State University. The grade at the top is calculated by BreederCheck based on the total number of violations, their severity, whether any are repeat offenses, and how recently they occurred. It is not an official USDA grade, the USDA does not assign letter grades to facilities.

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In the violation details section, you can read the specific regulatory codes that were cited and, when available, the inspector's narrative describing exactly what was observed. Pay particular attention to violations marked as "Repeat", these indicate problems that the breeder was previously warned about but failed to correct. Critical violations involving immediate threats to animal health or safety are the most serious and should weigh heavily in your decision-making.

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Frequently asked questions about Ferris State University

Is Ferris State University a USDA-licensed breeder?

Ferris State University holds USDA license number 34-R-0019 (R), which means the facility is registered under the federal Animal Welfare Act and is subject to periodic USDA APHIS inspections.

Does Ferris State University have any USDA violations on record?

No violations appear in the USDA inspection records we hold for Ferris State University. A clean record is a good sign, but confirm it with a recent in-person visit and current veterinary health records.

When was Ferris State University last inspected by the USDA?

The most recent inspection on record for Ferris State University was on Oct 28, 2019, and the facility has 6 inspections documented in total. The USDA typically inspects licensed breeders every one to three years.

Where is Ferris State University located?

Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, Michigan. You can browse other USDA-licensed breeders in Michigan to compare inspection records before you decide.

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