Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch

Multiple Licenses at Address

Anderson, MO

Breeder Snapshot

Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Anderson, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 8 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2019. The most recent was July 8, 2025, with 55 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 2 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
55
USDA Citations
2
USDA License
43-A-6454
USDA License Exp
9/27/2027

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch raises the following breed(s): Aussiedoodle, Australian Shepherd, Bernedoodle, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cockapoo, Cocker Spaniel, English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle, Maltipoo, Mini Australian Shepherd, Mini Goldendoodle, Mini Poodle, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Pug, Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu, Shihpoo, Siberian Husky, Standard Poodle, Toy Poodle.

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.

USDA Inspections

USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.

Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch — USDA License 43-A-6454
  1. 2 CITATIONS
    82 total dogs
    Grime, molded food, matted hair
    “the indoor portion of the adult breeding stock sheltered facility had a build up of grime, molded dog food and clumps of matted hair.”
    Roaches in puppy house food bowls
    “mature and juvenile roaches were observed in the 'second puppy house' ... in the food receptacles and in the washdown area below the elevated enclosures housing young puppies.”
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 43-A-6352 (Caltams Puppy Love) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.

Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-6454. The license expiration date on file is 9/27/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 55 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 2 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch located?
Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch's facility is registered in Anderson, MO according to USDA records.
Has Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch held more than one USDA license?
Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch's current USDA license is 43-A-6454. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Calvin Cantrell — Calico Puppy Ranch's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.

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Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.

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