Breeder Profile

Melvin Otto Wanda Otto

Lagrange,
Indiana
License Details

License Type

USDA Breeder

Secondary Label

–

Active USDA License

32-A-1121

Active State License

–
Selling Information

Sells to Pet Stores

Yes

Sells to Brokers

No

Sells To Online Marketplace/Broker

No

Adult Count

8
Non-Compliance Issues

Has Non-Compliances

Yes

History of Non-Compliance Issues or Violations

2024 USDA Repeat Non-Critical2024 USDA Non-Critical2023 USDA Non-Critical2022 USDA Non-Critical
Pet Store Connections

2027 Pet Store Connections Count

2026 Pet Store Connections Count

2025 Pet Store Connections Count

3

2024 Pet Store Connections Count

2023 Pet Store Connections Count

USDA Inspection History
Inspection Date: 2021-08-10
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Clean Inspection

Violation Categories

Animal Type

Dog Adult (5)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

Inspection Date: 2022-01-20
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Non-Critical

Violation Categories

Time and method of identificationVeterinary care for dogs

Animal Type

Dog Adult (14), Dog Puppy (28)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

2.50(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Time and method of identification.
Two toy poodles and four golden doodles did not have identification. All dogs held by the facility must have identification. This information is needed for both inventory control and medical record purposes. Provide all animals held by the facility with identification as described by this section. Correct by: 2-10-22

3.13(a) (Non-Critical) – Veterinary care for dogs.
The program of veterinary care does not address heartworm testing or preventive care and treatment to ensure healthy hair, nails, eyes, ears, and teeth. The program of veterinary care is a required document that APHIS inspectors use to determine the quality of veterinary care for the animals at a facility. This document must address all the information required in section 3.13(a) and be followed by the licensee to ensure adequate care and treatment of the animals. All required information listed in section 3.13(a) must be included in the program of veterinary care. Correct by: 2-10-22 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with the licensee. End Section

Inspection Date: 2022-08-09
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Clean Inspection

Violation Categories

Animal Type

Dog Adult (16), Dog Puppy (15)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

Inspection Date: 2023-01-17
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Clean Inspection

Violation Categories

Animal Type

Dog Adult (15), Dog Puppy (4)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

Inspection Date: 2023-09-28
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Non-Critical

Violation Categories

Primary enclosures

Animal Type

Dog Adult (21), Dog Puppy (9)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

3.6(a)(1) (Non-Critical) – Primary enclosures.
The floors of enclosures 1, 3 and 9 have holes that have been chewed in the slatted floors of these outdoor runs. The kennel floors must be kept in good repair to prevent possible injury to the dogs in these enclosures. Repair or replace these kennel floors. Correct by: 10-12-23 This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n

Inspection Date: 2024-08-20
Melvin and Wanda Otto

Inspection Severity

Non-Critical

Violation Categories

Housing facilities, generalPrimary enclosures

Animal Type

Dog Adult (21)

Certificate Number

32-A-0717

3.1(c)(1)(i) (Non-Critical) – Housing facilities, general.
Pens #3, #5, #7, #9, and #10 containing a combined total of 7 dogs all had pen dividers where the paint was worn and excessive rust was present. These areas cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized. Areas in contact with dogs that cannot be effectively cleaned and sanitized can lead to disease and cause odors. Replace or repair these dividers. Correct by: 9/22/2024

3.6(a)(1) (Non-Critical [REPEAT]) – Primary enclosures.
Pens #3, #5, #7, #9, and #10 containing a combined total of 7 dogs all had areas where the floor had been chewed by the dogs. These areas all contained sharp edges and in some case the holes were big enough for the dogs’ feet to pass through the flooring. Pen # 10 also had a door that had been chewed causing sharp edges on the door. Pen #3 also had a window frame that had been chewed causing sharp edges. The floors, doors and surfaces of kennel runs must be kept in good repair to prevent injury to the dogs contained in them. Repair or replace these floors, door and window frame. This inspection and exit interview were conducted with a facility representative. n

Inspection Date: 2024-10-08
Mel Otto

Inspection Severity

Clean Inspection

Violation Categories

Animal Type

Dog Adult (15)

Certificate Number

32-A-1121

No violations recorded (clean inspection).

Inspection Date: 2024-12-09
Mel Otto

Inspection Severity

Clean Inspection

Violation Categories

Animal Type

Dog Adult (8)

Certificate Number

32-A-1121

No violations recorded (clean inspection).