North Carolina Puppy Store Sourcing

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Bills Pet Shop- 

2666 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562

491 US-70, Havelock, NC 28532

1. Becky Busboom, Pixy Pals LLC. Dannebrog, Nebraska- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. To view which breeders this facility has bought from in the past, click here. 
2. Sharon Munk, BJ’s & Guys LLC. Menlo, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 243 adult breeding dogs and 129 puppies. They recently changed their USDA license from a dealer to a breeder in February 2024. Their current license has no documented USDA violations and none within the last 5 years under their canceled broker license at the time of this report being released. 
3. Chrissie Gingerich and Chris Gingerich Jr, C & B Kennel. Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 54 adult breeding dogs and 48 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In January 2022 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to time and method of identification, watering, and veterinary care for dogs. 
4. Willard Borntrager and Esther Borntrager, Stagecoach Run Kennels. Brashear, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, and time and method of identification. 
5. John Borntrager (E). Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 26 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies with no documented USDA violations since their licensing in 2021 at the time of this report being released. 
6. Julia Johnson, Queenjewel. Murray, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 14 adult dogs and 5 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
7. Karen Buffalohead (S), KCZ Amazing Pets. Langley, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 13 adult breeding dogs and zero puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility that buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. 
8. Natalie Baker. Lorimor, Iowa- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog through several pet stores across the country.
9. Perry Bontrager (J) & Mattie Bontrager, Cedar Hill Kennel. Dalton, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 69 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies. Their current license which they got in July of 2023 has no documented USDA violations and none in the last 5 years under their two previous licenses that have been cancelled.
10. Sandi Blake & John Blake, SanJon Kennel. Louisburg, Missouri- Before they cancelled their USDA license in 2022, this facility had 71 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They have not procured a new license, however, they do sell at least three breeds to a few pet stores. 

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Dog Academy of NC- 1215 Stone Rd, Durham, NC 27703

This is a dog training facility that also sells puppies. 

1. Chris Borntrager. Fort Scott, Kansas- At the time of this report being released, a USDA license cannot be found for this person. The facility was previously licensed with the USDA in the early 2000s but cancelled the licenses and has not procured another. 
2. Chris Yoder (E). Clark, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
3. Daniel Borntreger (R) and Barbara Borntreger, Monroe County Puppies AKA Mon Co Puppies. Madison, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 43 adult breeding dogs and 14 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2021 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, and cleaning/ sanitization/ housekeeping/ pest control.
4. Willard Borntrager and Esther Borntrager, Stagecoach Run Kennels. Brashear, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, and time and method of identification.
5. John Borntreger and Millie Borntreger. Canton, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult breeding dogs and 50 puppies. This facility has since canceled their license.
6. John Miller, TLC Kennels. Sturgeon, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 33 adult breeding dogs and 27 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility did receive state violations from Missouri in 2019, 2020 and 2022. These violations were pertaining to: general requirements for surfaces and cleaning; general requirements for structure and construction, primary enclosure (space and requirements); general requirements for structure and construction, general requirements for condition and site x2, general requirements for surfaces and cleaning, outdoor facilities, primary enclosures, feeding, identification requirements, record keeping, veterinary care; general requirements for surfaces and cleaning, primary enclosures- space and additional requirements, exercise and socialization, veterinary care. 
7. Judy Speak Miller, Monark Puppies. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 71 adult breeding dogs and 74 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
8. Levi Borntreger. Monticello, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They sell to a few pet stores across the country. 
9. Lizzie Miller & Mervin Miller, Miller Kennel. La Plata, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They have since cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. 
10. Norman Gingerich. Sturgeon, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 animals with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility has since cancelled their license and has not procured another. 
11. Perry Petersheim. Moberly, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 42 adult breeding dogs and 41 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
12. Samuel Beachy (S) & Mahlone Beachy. Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 95 adult breeding dogs and 33 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
13. Samuel Petersheim (J) and Levi Petersheim (J). Madison, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 54 adult breeding dogs and 56 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, and housing facilities.
14. Simon Miller (E). Clark, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
15. Bob Hughes, Southwest Auction Services. Wheaton, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero animals with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is an auction house that carries a dealer license with the USDA. Breeders from all over the Midwest sell their dogs through this auction house. 

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Friendly Pets- 625 Friendly Center Rd, Greensboro, NC

1. Alisa Breedlove, Breedloves Unique Kennel. Waynesville, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 142 adult breeding dogs and 41 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 and 2022 had medical notes regarding a Grade 1 & 2 luxating patella, an open fontanelle, and overbites. 
2. Angela Fields, A+ Pups. Green Castle, Missouri-  At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 94 adult breeding dogs and 47 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding umbilical hernia repairs and underbites.
3. Betty Fetters, Fetters Furry Friends. Novinger, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 125 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
4. Sharon Munk, BJ’s & Guys LLC. Menlo, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 243 adult breeding dogs and 129 puppies. They recently changed their USDA license from a dealer to a breeder in February 2024. Their current license has no documented USDA violations and none within the last 5 years under their canceled broker license at the time of this report being released. 
5. Cara Borin & John Moore, J-C Kennel. Honnobia, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 49 adult breeding dogs and 13 puppies with no documented USDA violations besides 2 missed inspections in the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
6. Carroll Bailey, Pa Paws Puppies. Goodman, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 19 adult breeding dogs and 25 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. 
7. Cheri Carson, Green Hills Ranch- Unionville, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 17 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
8. Darcey Clubine. Independence, Kansas- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2022 had medical notes regarding umbilical hernia repairs.
9. Dorace Burton, Grace Kennel. Lebanon, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 43 adult breeding dogs and 21 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
10. Dustin Westercamp & Jill Westercamp. Farmington, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 69 adult breeding dogs and 39 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2020 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to records and housing facilities. .  
11. Edna Troyer and Elmer Troyer, Timber View Kennel. Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 55 adult breeding dogs and 60 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to housing facilities, sheltered housing facilities, outdoor housing facilities, primary enclosures, watering, veterinary care for dogs and cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control.
12. David Brown & Kimberly Parsons, First Class Puppies. Bluejacket, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
13. Joseph Troyer (D). Madison, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 58 adult breeding dogs and 50 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
14. Market Smart Mo. LLC AKA Primo Puppies LLC. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero animals with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. This facility has since canceled their license.
15. Mary Fenty, Marion Springs Cattery. Willow Springs, Missouri- At the time of this article, only a state license could be found for this facility. Fenty sells ragdolls.
16. Tony Schindler, QD Kennels. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 38 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
17. Rebecca Eiler, Creek Side Kennel. Oberlin, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 363 adult breeding dogs and 201 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility did receive a ‘teachable moment’ by the USDA in 2022 for feeding. This teachable moment likely should have been a violation.
18. Calvin Good and Teresa Good, CT Kennels. Memphis, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 112 adult breeding dogs and 63 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.

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Petland Raleigh- 4031 Davis Dr, Morrisville, NC

1. Allan Helmuth & Ivan Helmuth, Sunrise Kennels. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection this facility had 18 adult breeding dogs and 9 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
2. Allen Reiff (N). Withee, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 80 adult breeding dogs and 23 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
3. Allen Stutzman. Drakesville, Iowa- At the time of this article, a licnese cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell bulldogs to multiple pet stores across the country. 
4. Alvin Bontrager (F), T Corner Kennels. Milton, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 14 adult breeding dogs and 4 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations since they were licensed in 2021 at the time of this report being released, and they have since cancelled their license.
5. Ammon Zimmerman. Stitzer, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 52 adult breeding dogs and 43 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
6. Amos Bender. Kalona, Iowa. At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to several pet stores across the country.
7. Ayrand Robinson. Centerville, Iowa- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least one breed to several pet stores across the country. 
8. Benjamin (Ben) Schwartz, Scenic Ridge Kennels. Licking, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 120 adult breeding dogs and 116 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Seven of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding overbites, underbites, inguinal and umbilical hernia repairs.
9. Benjamin Miller (S). Greentop, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 23 adult breeding dogs and 22 puppies with no documented USDA violations since they were licensed in 2024 at the time of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding an umbilical hernia repair. 
10. Anna Nisley and David Nisley, Cedar Grove Kennels. Drakesville, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 9 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
11. Chris Kramer, Kramer’s Kennel. Jamesport, Missouri – At the time of their last inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding umbilical hernia repairs.
12. Marvin Mullet & Rosemary Mullet, Cloveridge Kennel. Corydon, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 71 adult breeding dogs and 33 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations outside of missing inspections within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
13. Ivan Mast (H), County Road Kennels LLC. Fairbanks, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 35 adult breeding dogs and 26 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
14. Dale Lovland, Lovland Kennel. Macon, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 3 adult breeding dogs and 6 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
15. Daniel Maibach, County Road Kennels LLC. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 23 adult breeding dogs and 29 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
16. Daniel Yoder (D). Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 9 adult breeding dogs and 14 puppies. There have been no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released outside of a missed inspection in 2021.
17. David Lee (E), Cedar Lane Kennel. Cincinnati, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 67 adult breeding dogs and 43 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They did miss one inspection in 2022 & one inspection in 2023. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding inguinal hernia repairs and a high testicle. 
18. David Troyer (E), Troyer’s Kennel. Licking, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 15 adult breeding dogs and 13 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
19. David Troyer, Breezy Crest Kennels. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 60 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
20. Jeremy Rodgers, Daynes Ridge Kennel. Centerville, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 15 adult breeding dogs and 7 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
21. Duane Gingerich. Loganville, Wisconsin- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to a few pet stores across the country. 
22. Duane Bontrager (J). Kalona, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 7 adult breeding dogs and 5 puppies with no documented USDA violations since being licensed in 2023 at the time of this report being released. 
23. Eddie Gingerich (J) & Rosemary Gingerich, E & R Bulldogs. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 19 adult breeding dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released outside of a missed inspection in 2019. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding a nares clip being done.
24. Eli Schrock (D), Hillview Kennels. Drakesville, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 31 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. In 2022 this facility received 2 USDA violations pertaining to veterinary care for dogs.
25. Emily DeJong. Moravia, Iowa – At the time of their last inspection, they had 9 adult breeding dogs and no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
26. Firman Miller. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to pet stores across the country.
27. Fred Borntrager (L), Clear View Kennel. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 13 adult breeding dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations outside of a missed inspection (2023) within the last 5 years of this report being released.
28. Glenn Bontrager (T), Sunset Ridge Puppies. Kalona, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 17 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with no documented USDA violations outside of a missed inspection (2023) within the last 5 years of this report being released. He also received state violations in 2022 pertaining to housing facilities, primary enclosures & feeding/watering.
29. Harley Yoder. Chariton, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 42 adult breeding dogs and 39 puppies with a documented USDA violation within the last 5 years of this report being released. There was a missed inspection in 2024. In 2022 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to the attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care.
30. Jacob Bontrager (W). Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 10 adult breeding dogs and 9 puppies with no documented USDA violations since being licensed in 2021 at the time of this report being released. 
31. Jacob Miller (Z). Licking, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 68 adult breeding dogs and 5 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
32. Jake Schwartz (D.E.). Licking, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 62 adult breeding dogs and 65 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding an umbilical hernia repair.
33. James Yoder (E) & Sarah Yoder. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection in 2022, this facility had 36 adult breeding dogs and 31 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. This facility has since canceled their license.
34. Jason Hostetler, Hickory Creek Kennel. Trenton, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 16 adult breeding dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations (under their current or previous license that is cancelled) within the last 5 years of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
35. John Bontrager (Jr). Dalton, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 59 adult breeding dogs and 47 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding a puppy still testing positive for the Giardia antigen past treatment. 
36. John Burkholder. Norwood, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 11 adult breeding dogs and 4 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. The facility canceled their USDA license in 2024 and remains state licensed.
37. John Mast, Rocky Ridge Kennel. Dalton, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 17 adult breeding dogs and 6 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
38. Joseph Stutzman. Readstown, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 21 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
39. Will Yoder and Luis Marquez, K9 Partners Inc AKA Puppy Buddy Inc. Miami Lakes, Iowa & Florida- At the time of their last known inspection in 2022, this facility had 0 puppies with no documented USDA violations (under their current licenses in Iowa and Florida, or previously cancelled one) within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Marquez also owns numerous puppy-selling pet stores and is brokering in Florida and Iowa (both sites are licensed by the USDA). 
40. Larry Yoder. Drakesville, Iowa – At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country.
41. Lavern Stutzman (E). Chili, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 68 adult breeding dogs and 40 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding the litter testing positive for Giardia antigen & cyst & flea tapeworm antigen but were not clinically ill.
42. Loren Reiff (S), Sunnyview Pets. Flemington, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 85 adult breeding dogs and 35 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding an underbite and open fontanelle.
43. Mark Yoder, Acorn Ridge Kennels. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 60 adult breeding dogs and 70 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
44. Marvin Yoder (E). Moulton, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 19 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
45. Marvin Hershberger, Twin Pines Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 10 adult breeding dogs and 19 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care.
46. Marvin Nisley, Wild Rose Kennel. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 55 adult breeding dogs and 60 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released.
47. Melvin Yoder & Mary Yoder (G), Locust Creek Kennel. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 36 dogs and 10 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. In 2023, they received 3 USDA violations pertaining to compatible grouping of dogs and veterinary care (x2).
48. Melvin Kauffman. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to a few puppy-selling pet stores across the country. 
49. Melvin Miller, Windy Knoll Kennel. Cincinnati, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies. This facility canceled their USDA license after not having been inspected since 2022. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had a medical note regarding an umbilical hernia repair. 
50. Melvin Nisley. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 33 adult breeding dogs and 21 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had a medical note regarding a small open fontanelle. 
51. Melvin Yoder, Pondview Kennel LLC. Greentop, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 22 adult breeding dogs and 17 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility canceled their license in June 2024.
52. Merlin Yoder, Oak Brook Kennel. Drakesville, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 20 adult breeding dogs and 25 puppies on their property with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to veterinary care for dogs. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding a double inguinal repair and an open fontanelle. 
53. Mervin Yoder (E), Crystal Creek Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 12 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
54. Monica Sheeley and Dan Sheeley, SouthPaw Pets AKA Premium Paws. Neosho, Missouri- This facility holds both a USDA A license for breeding and a USDA B license for dealing. At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 puppies at their brokering facility and another 45 adult breeding dogs and 93 puppies at their breeding facility with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released.
55. Monroe Herschberger, Maple Leaf Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 43 adult breeding dogs and 9 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
56. Nelson Yoder (R). Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 21 adult breeding dogs and 11 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
57. Orlie Yoder. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to pet stores across the country.
58. Levi Yoder (D), Oak Ridge Kennel LLC. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 51 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations outside of a missed inspection within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
59. Patty & Marty Brown. Moravia, Iowa – At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to several pet stores across the country.
60. Paul Schwartz (D.E.). Licking, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 62 adult breeding dogs and 23 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Two of the health records going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding naval hernias.
61. Alvin Jay Mullet, Prairie View Kennels. West Plains, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 96 adult breeding dogs and 77 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
62. Reuben Herschberger, RS Puppies. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 22 adult breeding dogs and 5 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
63. Daniel Kauffman & Robert Kauffman, Dee Kay Bulldogs. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 17 adult breeding dogs and 13 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to records. 
64. Robert Schrock, Hickory Hills Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 35 adult breeding dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding double inguinal repair, neuter, and an umbilical hernia repair.
65. Ron Self & Patty Self. Unionville, Iowa- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to several pet stores across the country. 
66. Sam Schwartz, Autumn View Farm. La Plata, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 36 adult breeding dogs and 27 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
67. Samuel Beiler (L). Platteville, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult breeding dogs and 15 puppies on their property with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility received a USDA violation for primary enclosures. In 2022 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to cleaning, sanitization & pest control.
68. Sara Bontrager (S), Grand Valley Kennel. Markesan, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 65 adult breeding dogs and 27 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
69. Joseph Troyer & Vernon Troyer, Shadow Valley LLC (AKA Shadow Valley Kennels). Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 74 adult breeding dogs and 54 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Three of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding left inguinal hernia repair and crypt orchidism (with neuters).
70. Stephen Schrock, Shady Lawn Kennel LLC. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 43 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies on their property with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to primary enclosures.
71. Stephen Shirk & Louise Shirk. Purdin, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a licnese for this person cannot be found. They do, however, sell to several pet stores across the country.
72. Regina Nisley, Shepherd Hills Kennel LLC. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 99 adult breeding dogs and 80 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility that buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. Four of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding crypt orchidism, removal of right lower teeth, umbilical and inguinal hernia repairs.
73. Simon Schwartz (J). Licking, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 52 adult breeding dogs and 16 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility canceled their USDA license in 2024. Two of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding high testicles. 
74. Steven & Velma Kurtz. Jamesport, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 50 adult breeding dogs and 56 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding umbilical hernia repairs and testing positive for Coccidia.
75. Ivan Troyer, Stoney Creek Kennel LLC. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 42 adult breeding dogs and 71 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
76. Freeman Helmuth (P), Sunrise Kennels LLC. Corydon, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 55 adult breeding dogs and 33 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Under a previous license that has since been canceled, this facility received USDA violations in 2023 pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, records, compatible grouping, veterinary care for dogs, and housing facilities. After canceling this license, they got their current one.
77. Ida Kauffman and Sarah Kauffman, Sunset Kennels AKA Sunset Grove Kennels. Hazleton, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 26 adult breeding dogs and 22 puppies on their property with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024 this facility received 2 USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian/adequate veterinary care and veterinary care for dogs. There was also a missed USDA inspection in 2023.
78. James Yoder (E), Taylor Ridge Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 22 adult breeding dogs and 4 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years of this report being released. In 2021 this facility missed an inspection. In 2023 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to veterinary care for dogs.
79. Esther Schlabach and Levi Schlabach, That’ll Do Kennel. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 15 adult breeding dogs and 7 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations outside of a missed inspection (2024) within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
80. Timothy Mast, T C Kennels. Cambria, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection in 2022, this facility had 39 adult breeding dogs and 7 puppies with no documented USDA violations (under current licenses or previous cancelled license) within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility has received state violations in 2022 and 2020 pertaining to enclosures and cleaning/sanitization. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
81. Larry Yoder & Nelson Yoder, Triple Y Kennels LLC. Bloomfield, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 29 adult breeding dogs and 21 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility canceled their USDA license in 2023.
82. Vernon Detweiler (F) & Katie Detweiler, Hillcrest Kennels. Seymour, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 60 adult breeding dogs and 33 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
83. Edwin Stutzman (J), Walnut Ridge Kennel. Corydon, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 50 adult breeding dogs and 17 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. The facility did miss a USDA inspection in 2022.
84. Wayne Bontrager (D), Country Kennels. Markesan, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 22 adult breeding dogs and 14 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
85. Wayne (E) & Lucy Gingerich. Corydon, Iowa – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 18 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies on their property with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They missed an inspection in 2024. In 2021 this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to housing facilities.
86. Wilbur Bontrager (L), River Run Kennels. Dalton, Wisconsin – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 60 adult breeding dogs and 19 puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.

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The Pet Warehouse- 1250 Western Blvd #D, Jacksonville, NC 28546

1. Andrea Ratterree & Dustin Ratterree, Bear Ridge Pups. Willow Springs, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection in 2023, this facility had 16 adult breeding dogs and 1 puppy with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2019, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care. 
2. Andrea Baker & Linda Baker, Forever Friends AKA Okie Pets. Ketchum, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 117 adult breeding dogs and 64 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
3. Angela Fields, A+ Pups. Green Castle, Missouri-  At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 94 adult breeding dogs and 47 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
4. Becky Busboom, Pixy Pals LLC. Dannebrog, Nebraska- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero puppies on their property with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. To view which breeders this facility has bought from in the past, click here.
5. Betty Fetters, Fetters Furry Friends. Novinger, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 125 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
6. Chad Pyle & Jill Pyle, Pyle’s Goldendoodle Puppies. Wheaton, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
7. Conner Warnke. Elk City, Oklahoma- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog. 
8. Curt & Lori Conrad, Conrad’s Cuddly Canines. Frankford, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
9. Rebecca Eiler, Creek Side Kennel. Oberlin, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 363 adult breeding dogs and 201 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility did receive a ‘teachable moment’ by the USDA in 2022 for feeding. This teachable moment likely should have been a violation.
10. Marla Campbell and Roger Campbell, Dandelion Acres. Newton, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 108 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released. 
11. David Packnett. Afton, Iowa- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2022 had medical notes regarding an underbite.
12. Danny Schrock & Kristine Schrock. Coalgate, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 69 adult breeding dogs and 74 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
13. Denton Headings. Buffalo, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 50 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
14. Dustin Westercamp & Jill Westercamp. Farmington, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 69 adult breeding dogs and 39 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2020 this facility received USDA violations pertaining to records and housing facilities. 
15. David Brown & Kimberly Parsons, First Class Puppies. Bluejacket, Oklahoma – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
16. Erwin Yoder (J), Yoder Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 26 adult breeding dogs and 24 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to veterinary care for dogs. 
17. Greg Jones, Dakota Corgis. Parsons, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection (before they canceled their USDA license), this facility had 24 adult dogs and 27 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to records and veterinary care. In 2021, they received violations for records, housing facilities, and exercise for dogs. 
18. Heather Anderson. Salem & Farmington, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 84 adult breeding dogs and 29 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to primary enclosures. They have since cancelled their USDA and State license. 
19. Jake Kruse, K & E Kennels AKA DBA (Kruse Farm Enterprises Inc). Salem, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 123 adult dogs and 42 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years. In 2022, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to housing facilities (x2) and cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control. 
20. Jacky Allen. Eucha, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
21. James Troyer. Coalgate, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024, this facility received violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, records, outdoor housing facilities, and veterinary care for dogs. 
22. Jason Sauder. Linneus, Missouri- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog through several pet stores across the country. 
23. Jay Miller. Mount Vernon, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 
24. John Bontrager & Lizzie Bontrager. Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection in 2022 before they cancelled their license, this facility had 13 adult breeding dogs with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, primary enclosures, and watering. In 2021, this facility also received 7 violations pertaining to: attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, time and method of identification, outdoor housing facilities, primary enclosures, cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control. This facility has since cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. 
25. Julia Johnson, Queenjewel. Murray, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 14 adult dogs and 5 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
26. Justin Jackson & La Nae Jackson, Jackson Kennel. Clifton, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 196 adult breeding dogs and 173 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from missed inspections in 2023 and 2022, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
27. Karen Buffalohead (S), KCZ Amazing Pets. Langley, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 13 adult dogs and zero puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility that buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
28. Karen Caudill. Foss, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least 7 breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 
29. Karen Ferrari. Foss, Oklahoma- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog through a few pet stores across the country. 
30. Kimberly Moffett & Jay De Moffett. Jay, Oklahoma- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to a few pet stores across the country. 
31. Landon Headings, Headings Farms AKA Pony Express Farm. Buffalo, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 186 adult breeding dogs and 94 puppies with no documented USDA violations besides a missed inspection within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding luxating patellas.
32. LaWade Heading. El Dorado Springs, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 24 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2021 this facility received USDA violations for moving locations without notifying the USDA. 
33. Levi Borntreger (J) & Fannie Borntreger. Waverly, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 71 adult dogs and 55 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, under a previous license that is now canceled, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to access and inspection of records and property. They then canceled this license and procured their current USDA license. 
34. Lizzie Miller & Mervin Miller, Miller Kennel. La Plata, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They have since cancelled their USDA licnese and have not procured another.
35. Mahlon Schrock & Fannie Schrock, Schrock Family Kennel. Harwood, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 adult breeding dogs and 51 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
36. Market Smart Mo. LLC AKA Primo Puppies LLC. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero animals with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. This facility has since canceled their license.
37. Mary Fenty, Marion Springs Cattery. Willow Springs, Missouri- At the time of this article, only a state license could be found for this facility. Fenty sells ragdolls.
38. Marlene Zimmerman & Wayne Zimmerman. Wheeling, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 11 adult breeding dogs and 2 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to housing facilities, they later cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. In 2020, this facility also received violations for primary enclosures, housing facilities, cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control, and records. 
39. Marlin Graber. Odon, Indiana- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. 
40. Mary Friend. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. They do, however, sell at least three breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 
41. Milton Lewis, Rock Hill Dog Ranch AKA Rock Creek Puppies. Newport, Nebraska- At the time of their last known state inspection, this facility had 197 adult breeding dogs and 127 puppies with documented state violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility refused to allow a Nebraska Department of Agriculture perform a routine inspection.
42. Natalie Baker. Lorimor, Iowa- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog through several pet stores across the country.
43. Philip (Phil) Hoover (M), Show Me Puppies. Memphis, Missouri– At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 334 adult breeding dogs and 191 puppies with no USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
44. Tony Schindler, QD Kennels. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 38 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
45. Rebecca Eiler, Creek Side Kennel. Oberlin, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 363 adult breeding dogs and 201 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility did receive a ‘teachable moment’ by the USDA in 2022 for feeding. This teachable moment likely should have been a violation.
46. Richard Jensen & Cindy Jensen. Neodesha, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 236 adult breeding dogs and 105 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to records, housing facilities, and veterinary care for dogs. In 2022, this facility received violations for housing facilities and watering. 
47. Rudy Ferrari. Burns Flat, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country.
48. Samuel Beiler & Emma Beiler. Grovespring, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this facility cannot be found. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to several pet stores across the country.
49. Samuel Yoder (L), Shady Grove Kennel. Hutchinson, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 74 adult breeding dogs and 31 puppies with no documented USDA violations, just 2 Teachable Moments, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received an unsatisfactory state inspection for sanitation, waste disposal, and cleaning.
50. Sandi Blake & John Blake, SanJon Kennel. Louisburg, Missouri- Before they cancelled their USDA license in 2022, this facility had 71 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They have not procured a new USDA license, however, they do sell at least three breeds to a few pet stores.
51. Brian Mohrfeld, Select Puppies AKA Lucky Puppies Co. West Point, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 114 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. We have record of this broker buying from Brian Lichirie. 
52. Shawnie Evans. Keota, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 41 adult breeding dogs and 11 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
53. Staecy Fox. Fairview, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to a few pet stores. 
54. Stetson Eigsti. Buffalo, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. They do, however, sell at least one dog breed to a few pet stores across the country. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2022 had medical notes regarding a luxating patella. 
55. Monica Sheeley and Dan Sheeley, SouthPaw Pets AKA Premium Paws. Neosho, Missouri- This facility holds both a USDA A license for breeding and a USDA B license for dealing. At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 puppies at their brokering facility and another 45 adult breeding dogs and 93 puppies at their breeding facility with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released.
56. Tiffany Kurz, Tiffanie’s LLC. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from two missed inspections in 2020 and 2019, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
57. William Smith & Darcy Smith, Sparks Kennel. Bennington, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 7 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
58. Stiehl Wilson, Rock Prairie Puppies. Everton, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 34 adult breeding dogs and 21 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the past 4 years of them getting their license at the time of this report being released. 
59. Wilbert Packnett. Otterville, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 

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The Puppy Place- 93 Western Blvd Unit E, Jacksonville, NC

1. Andrea Baker & Linda Baker, Forever Friends AKA Okie Pets. Ketchum, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 117 adult breeding dogs and 64 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Andrea Baker took over this facilities license in 2023 after Linda Baker cancelled her license. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
2. Angela Fields, A+ Pups. Green Castle, Missouri-  At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 94 adult breeding dogs and 47 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
3. Ann Miller & Pete Miller, Miller’s Kennel. Milan, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 79 adult breeding dogs and 39 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
4. Becky Dewitt. Granby, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found.
5. Betty Fetters, Fetters Furry Friends. Novinger, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 125 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
6. Brandon Stuart & Jamey Stuart, Stuart Enterprises LLC. Koshkonong, Missouri- At the time of their last USDA inspection in 2023 before they cancelled their USDA license, this facility had 85 adult breeding dogs and 64 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
7. Carla Sanders & Todd Rounkles, S&K Kennel. Tina, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 38 adult breeding dogs and 18 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
8. Carla Steffensmeier & Tom Steffensmeier, T & C Steffensmeier Kennels. West Point, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 147 adult breeding dogs and 78 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received 13 total violations and then canceled their USDA license after missing an inspection. The violations were pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, housing facilities, primary enclosures, feeding, cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control, and veterinary care for dogs. They have not procured another USDA license.
9. Cindy Mickey, Old Oak Farm. Bois D’Arc, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and cats and 27 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
10. Curt & Lori Conrad, Conrad’s Cuddly Canines. Frankford, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
11. Daniel Brenneman. Watts, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a licnese for this person cannot be found. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to several pet stores across the country. 
12. Danny Schrock & Kristine Schrock. Coalgate, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 69 adult breeding dogs and 74 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
13. Marla Campbell and Roger Campbell, Dandelion Acres. Newton, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 108 adult breeding dogs and 58 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released.
14. Jesse Hedgpeth & Brittani Hedgpeth, Empire Pets AKA Lonewolf Kennel/Lonewolf Puppy Den. Iberia, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 36 adult breeding dogs and 16 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. Jess Hedgpeth is licensed with the state of Missouri for Empire Pets and Lonewolf Puppy Den. Lonewolf Puppy Den holds a class B license and is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
15. David Brown & Kimberly Parsons, First Class Puppies. Bluejacket, Oklahoma – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
16. Greg Jones, Dakota Corgis. Parsons, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection (before they canceled their USDA license), this facility had 24 adult dogs and 27 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to records and veterinary care. In 2021, they received violations for records, housing facilities, and exercise for dogs.
17. Denton Headings. Buffalo, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 50 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
18. Erwin Yoder (J), Yoder Kennel. Bloomfield, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 26 adult breeding dogs and 24 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to veterinary care for dogs.
19. Gaynetta Snyder, Ned Snyder, and Scott Wheatcraft, Precious Paws. Browning, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 139 adult breeding dogs and 68  puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
20. James Troyer. Coalgate, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult breeding dogs and 20 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024, this facility received violations pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care, records, outdoor housing facilities, and veterinary care for dogs. 
21. Jake Kruse, K & E Kennels AKA DBA (Kruse Farm Enterprises Inc). Salem, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 123 adult dogs and 42 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years. In 2022, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to housing facilities (x2) and cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control. 
22. Jay Miller. Mount Vernon, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 
23. Jolyn Noethe, JAKS Puppies. Britt, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 83 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. To view which breeders this facility has bought from in the past, click here. JAKS was investigated and sued by the Iowa Attorney General for charity fraud and was ordered to stop their sham rescue in 2020. 
24. Jason Sauder. Linneus, Missouri- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog through several pet stores across the country.
25. Jennifer Leggett. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell to a few pet stores across the country. 
26. Joey Bishop, JK5 Farms LLC. Seneca, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 10 adult breeding dogs and 8 puppies with no documented direct USDA violations within the last five years. In 2022, under his previous license, Bishop received one direct USDA violation pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care and a nursing golden retriever mother dog that was in poor body condition with pale gums; he also received one non-critical violation due to veterinary care for dogs pertaining to another dog at the facility.
27. Justin Jackson & La Nae Jackson, Jackson Kennel. Clifton, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 196 adult breeding dogs and 173 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from missed inspections in 2023 and 2022, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
28. Justin Jones. Goodman, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
29. Kimberly Moffett & Jay De Moffett. Jay, Oklahoma- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to a few pet stores across the country. 
30. John Yoder (R), Golden Seal Canines AKA Preferred Canines. Sugarcreek, Ohio. This facility holds two brokering licenses. At the time of their last known inspections, they had a total of 0 adult breeding dogs and 11 puppies. At the time of this report, there were no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. 
31. Landon Headings, Headings Farms AKA Pony Express Farm. Buffalo, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 186 adult breeding dogs and 94 puppies with no documented USDA violations besides a missed inspection within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
32. LaWade Headings. El Dorado Springs, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 30 adult breeding dogs and 24 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2021 this facility received USDA violations for moving locations without notifying the USDA.
33. Leon Miller. Mount Vernon, Missouri- At the time of this article, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to a few pet stores across the country. 
34. Mahlon Schrock & Fannie Schrock, Schrock Family Kennel. Harwood, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 adult breeding dogs and 51 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
35. Market Smart Mo. LLC AKA Primo Puppies LLC. Neosho, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had zero animals with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. This facility has since canceled their license.
36. Mark Steffensmeier & Gina Steffensmeier, MG Cattle Inc. Salem, Iowa- At the time of their last inspection in 2022, this facility had 0 animals with no documented USDA violations, aside from a missed inspection, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility has since cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. This facility was a dog brokering facility which bought puppies from others and resold them to stores. 
37. Marlene Zimmerman & Wayne Zimmerman. Wheeling, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 11 adult breeding dogs and 2 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to housing facilities, they later cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. In 2020, this facility also received violations for primary enclosures, housing facilities, cleaning, sanitization, housekeeping, and pest control, and records. 
38. Matthew Schrock. Coalgate, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They sell to at least two pet stores. 
39. Michelle Russell, Big Creek Kennel. Erie, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 62 adult breeding dogs and 10 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
40. Milton Lewis, Rock Hill Dog Ranch AKA Rock Creek Puppies. Newport, Nebraska- At the time of their last known state inspection, this facility had 197 adult breeding dogs and 127 puppies with documented state violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2023 this facility refused to allow a Nebraska Department of Agriculture perform a routine inspection.
41. Misty Kester. Pryor, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least one breed of dog to a few pet stores across the country. 
42. Philip (Phil) Hoover (M), Show Me Puppies. Memphis, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 334 adult breeding dogs and 191 puppies with no USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
43. Chris Fleming, Pinnacle Pet AKA Sobrad LLC. Neosho, Missouri – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 153 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
44. Mary Nisley (E), Puppy Lodge LLC AKA Muskingum River Estates. Millersburg, Ohio- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 86 adult breeding dogs and 124 puppies with no documented USDA violations (for their current dealer license nor their breeder license that has been cancelled) within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. 
45. Puppy Smart. Mays Landing, New Jersey- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 dogs with no documented USDA violations since their licensing in 2020 at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. 
46. Tony Schindler, QD Kennels. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 38 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
47. Randy Swartzentruber, Rockin’ R Kennel. Half Way, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 64 adult breeding dogs and 54 puppies with documented USDA violations. In 2023, this facility received a direct violation pertaining to attending veterinarian and adequate veterinary care and received a subsequent USDA warning due to that. 
48. Rebecca Eiler, Creek Side Kennel. Oberlin, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 363 adult breeding dogs and 201 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.  This facility did receive a ‘teachable moment’ by the USDA in 2022 for feeding. This teachable moment likely should have been a violation.
49. Rudy Ferrari. Burns Flat, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country.
50. Samuel Yoder (L), Shady Grove Kennel. Hutchinson, Kansas- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 74 adult breeding dogs and 31 puppies with no documented USDA violations, just 2 Teachable Moments, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2022, this facility received an unsatisfactory state inspection for sanitation, waste disposal, and cleaning. 
51. Shawnie Evans. Keota, Oklahoma- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 41 adult breeding dogs and 11 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
52. Brian Mohrfeld, Select Puppies AKA Lucky Puppies Co. West Point, Iowa- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 114 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores. We have record of this facility buying from the broker Brian Lichrie. 
53. Monica Sheeley and Dan Sheeley, SouthPaw Pets AKA Premium Paws. Neosho, Missouri- This facility holds both a USDA A license for breeding and a USDA B license for dealing. At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 puppies at their brokering facility and another 45 adult breeding dogs and 93 puppies at their breeding facility with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released.
54. Tiffany Kurz, Tiffanie’s LLC. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from two missed inspections in 2020 and 2019, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
55. Tish Price. Joplin, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. 
56. Wilbert Packnett. Otterville, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license cannot be found for this person. They do, however, sell at least two breeds of dog to several pet stores across the country. 

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1. Daniel Gingerich (M). Clark, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 70 adult breeding dogs and 34 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released.
2. Edwin Leid (Z), Ruth Leid (M), Ervin Leid (H). Athens, Wisconsin- At the time of their last and only known inspection in 2022, this facility had 21 adult breeding dogs and no documented USDA violations at the time of this report being released. They have since cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another. 
3. Eli Borntrager (Jr) & Ella Borntrager, Backwoods Kennel. Gibbs, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 60 adult breeding dogs and 11 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from a missed inspection in 2019 and two teachable moments in 2020, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
4. David Brown & Kimberly Parsons, First Class Puppies. Bluejacket, Oklahoma – At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 12 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
5. Bennie Shrock, MB Kennels. La Plata, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 23 adult breeding dogs and 32 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. One of the health records for shipments going to this store in 2023 had medical notes regarding a puppy missing an ear.
6. Monroe Schrock. LaPlata, Missouri- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. They do sell at least one breed to pet stores.
7. William Miller. Weltzer, Oklahoma- At the time of this report being released, a license for this person cannot be found. 
8. Lydia Brashear, Lonesome Pine Kennel. West Plains, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 79 adult breeding dogs and 51 puppies with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2021, this facility received a USDA violation pertaining to time and method of identification. 
9. Ella Mae Brubaker, Northwood Kennel. Thorp, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 126 adult breeding dogs and 55 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
10. Monica Sheeley and Dan Sheeley, SouthPaw Pets AKA Premium Paws. Neosho, Missouri- This facility holds both a USDA A license for breeding and a USDA B license for dealing. At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 40 puppies at their brokering facility and another 45 adult breeding dogs and 93 puppies at their breeding facility with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years besides missed inspections at the time of this report being released.
11. Daniel Graber. Mineral Point, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 27 adult breeding dogs and 54 puppies, with documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. In 2024, this facility received USDA violations pertaining to a missed inspection, primary enclosures, and veterinary care for dogs. One of the health records for shipments to this store in 2022 had medical notes regarding luxating patellas. 
12. Levi Lapp (F). Stitzer, Wisconsin- This facility does not hold a USDA license, they are, however, licensed and inspected by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture.
13. Lizzie Miller & Mervin Miller, Miller Kennel. La Plata, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 37 adult dogs and 3 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. They have since cancelled their USDA license and have not procured another.
14. Marvin Burkholder & Malinda Burkholder, Pooch Kennel. Greenwood, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 10 adult breeding dogs and 8 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
15. Raymond Lawson, The Silver Spur. Clifton Hill, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 70 adult breeding dogs and 43 puppies with no documented USDA violations within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. 
16. Tiffany Kurz, Tiffanie’s LLC. Frankford, Missouri- At the time of their last known inspection, this facility had 0 adult breeding dogs and 0 puppies with no documented USDA violations, aside from two missed inspections in 2020 and 2019, within the last 5 years at the time of this report being released. This facility is a dog brokering facility which buys puppies from others and resells them to stores.
17. Warren Brubaker (M) & Verna Brubaker, Twilight Kennel. Thorp, Wisconsin- At the time of their last known inspection in 2022, this facility had 38 breeding dogs and 45 puppies with no documented USDA violations since their licensing in 2021 at the time of this report being released.

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