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Scottish Terrier breeder in Crossville, TN. 11 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 3 reports. Every report is free to read.
Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN
Crossville, Tennessee
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Scottish Terrier
Exp. 2/12/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN is linked to 3 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from January 2024 to February 2026.
Across 3 inspections between January 2024 and February 2026, inspectors recorded between 9 dogs and 11 dogs at Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN. The most recent count was 11 dogs on February 24, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 25, 2024 | USDA 63-A-0206 | Pre-license inspection | 9 dogs | None |
| April 16, 2024 | USDA 63-A-0206 | Routine inspection | 9 dogs | 1 finding |
| February 24, 2026 | USDA 63-A-0206 | Routine inspection | 11 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
April 16, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 63-A-0206
9 dogs recorded (9 adults · 0 puppies).
- Chewed, splintered wooden surfaces
The wooden surfaces along the floor and wall in two of the three enclosures in the new building show evidence of the dogs chewing on the wood. The wooden surfaces around the outside door frames of the doggie doors in building #1 also show evidence of chewing. The wood appears splintered with fresh wood evident and is no longer sealed. These chewed surfaces cannot be cleaned and sanitized appropriately. The facility shall maintain all surfaces on a regular basis so that they can be readily cleaned and sanitized. Correct by 5/15/24.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 3 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, February 24, 2026, inspectors counted 11 dogs (7 adults · 4 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN raise?
The records name Scottish Terrier. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Cavern Kennels – Crossville, TN hold?
- USDA licence 63-A-0206 — expires 2/12/2027
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