Petco in Deerfield Beach

Last inspected:

3551 W Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Overview

Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach received a follow-up inspection on February 4, 2026 for a permit application review after a norovirus cleanup request. The facility was cited for one priority foundation violation: the establishment lacked written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting and diarrheal incidents, specifically for cleanup after accidental events. The inspector provided norovirus cleanup and disinfection guidance during the visit. The facility was operating without a valid food permit at the time of inspection and must complete permitting requirements under Florida Administrative Code Rule 5K-4.020 to obtain licensing.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
4Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Petco in Deerfield Beach: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 4 violations· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: TARIQUL ISLAM, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: JORDAN SIRKES

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Visit conducted to follow up on request 5149703. Norovirus clean up and disinfection guidance provided. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.

Risk-Based Violations

2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Food entity does not have any written procedures to address clean up procedures for accidental vomiting and diarrheal incidents.
6-301.14 Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14
Backroom area: No hand wash signs posted at restroom hand wash sinks.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Backroom area: Gap under and around backdoor frame.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
This food establishment was found to be operating prior to the initial inspection without a valid food permit. o Print Date: 2/4/2026 Page 1 of 2

Petco in Deerfield Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Petco in Deerfield Beach last inspected?
Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 4, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Petco in Deerfield Beach had?
Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Petco in Deerfield Beach find?
Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 4, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Petco in Deerfield Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Petco in Deerfield Beach?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Petco #1587 in Deerfield Beach are: 6-301.14: Sign or poster notifying food employees to wash their hands not provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, or handwashing signage not clearly visible to food employees. 6-301.14; 2-501.11: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf; 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15.

Nearby Establishments to Petco

Stories You May Have Missed Deerfield Beach

This page is maintained by FloridaFoodSafety.org and is not affiliated with Petco #1587. How we collect and verify this data.