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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from December 2017 to May 2025.
Across 8 inspections between December 2017 and May 2025, inspectors recorded between 87 dogs and 122 dogs at Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel. The most recent count was 87 dogs on May 9, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
December 18, 2017
USDA 31-A-0689
Pre-license inspection #1
94 dogs
None
September 12, 2018
USDA 31-A-0689
Routine inspection
102 dogs
None
December 12, 2019
USDA 31-A-0689
Routine inspection
118 dogs
None
December 28, 2022
USDA 31-A-0689
Re-license inspection
122 dogs
1 finding
December 29, 2022
USDA 31-A-0689
Re-license inspection
122 dogs
1 finding
January 3, 2023
USDA 31-A-0689
Re-license inspection
122 dogs
None
May 3, 2023
USDA 31-A-0689
Routine inspection
104 dogs
1 finding
May 9, 2025
Ohio CB001A5J
Routine inspection
87 dogs
3 findings
What inspectors wrote
December 28, 2022 — Re-license inspection, USDA 31-A-0689
122 dogs recorded (68 adults · 54 puppies).
Chew-damaged kennel dividers, doorstops
The facility has 6 kennel dividers with excessive chew damage along the top edges. There are also 11 plastic doorstops being used on the kennel doors that have excessive chew damage. Chew damage does not allow for proper sanitization and can lead to an increased risk of disease in the dogs. Correct by ensuring that all surfaces are maintained including
December 29, 2022 — Re-license inspection, USDA 31-A-0689
122 dogs recorded (68 adults · 54 puppies).
Fecal testing not per attending veterinarian schedule
Fecal testing has not been performed in accordance with the schedule that was approved by the Attending Veterinarian. Failure to follow a written and Attending Veterinarian approved schedule for sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests can lead to a delay in treatment for the animals in the facility. Correct by ensuring that sampling and treatment
There was no record of inventory observed on 17 adult dogs at the facility. The licensee looked but could not find the inventory records. Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure each animal's identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the ability to trace all puppies. The licensee shall make, keep, and maintain records or forms which fully and correctly disclose the following information concerning each dog or cat purchased or otherwise acquired, owned, held, or otherwise in his or her possession or under his or her control, or which is transported, euthanized, sold, or otherwise disposed of by that dealer or exhibitor. The records shall include any offspring born of any animal while in his or her possession or under his or her control. Correct by 6/3/23.
Upon inspection the licensee had a female Cocker Spaniel last four of microchip # 2905 which lacked the required brucellosis testing for a new addition added to the kennel.
Cocker Spaniel bred without physical record
Upon inspection a female Cocker Spaniel last four of microchip #2905 was added to the kennel in June 2024 and had a litter 05/05/2025 no proof of a female physical was found during inspection. The female had been seen by the veterinarian recently and no issues were found.
Expired medication in kennel
Upon inspection the licensee had an expired bottle of amoxicillin in the kennel, the licensee was not currently using the medication and was able to properly dispose of it. Corrected on: 5/9/2025
Has Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 9, 2025, inspectors counted 87 dogs (56 adults · 31 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel raise?
The records name Cocker Spaniel. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Atlee A Barkman – Barkmans Country Kennel hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.