153 total dogs
No findings
Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels
Woodbine, IA
Breeder Snapshot
Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Woodbine, Iowa. Pawthenticity has 20 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was June 20, 2025, with 90 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 13 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 90
- USDA Citations
- 13
- USDA License
- 42-A-1024
- USDA License Exp
- 5/3/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels raises the following breed(s): Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle, Poodle, Standard Schnauzer.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.
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🚫 Access
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143 total dogsNo findings
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125 total dogsNo findings
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181 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“The licensee did not have a written program of veterinary careA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care..”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“A female Schnauzer (microchip # 010833006) had a large mass behind the right elbow of the front leg.”
⚠️ Enclosures“In the "main building" there were 2 enclosures housing a total of 2 dogs and in the "big dog" building there was 1 enclosure housing 1 dog that did not meet the minimum space requirements.”
⚠️ Exercise“The licensee did not have a documented exercise plan.”
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194 total dogs⚠️ Enclosures
“In the outdoor enclosure to the left of the pedestrian door against the small building housing three big dogs there was a standard poodle entangled around the neck and shoulders in the remains of a carpet remnant that had been used as a…”
⚠️ Sanitation“Throughout the facility there was build up of brown grime, and or organic material and debris effecting at least 42 adult dogs.”
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191 total dogs⚠️ Enclosures
“In the building closest to the residence, there was one enclosure housing 2 dogs that had a hole in the wire mesh flooring approximately 1 inch by 3 inches in size with broken wires protruding into the open space.”
⚠️ Sanitation · Repeat“Throughout the facility there were eight outdoor enclosures housing 25 dog that had not been cleaned or sanitized since October of 2016.”
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166 total dogs⚠️ Sanitation · Repeat
“In the trailer with sheltered housing at the back of the property there were eight enclosures housing twenty one dogs that had a brown greasy residue on the solid walls of the enclosures.”
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201 total dogs⚠️ Sanitation · Repeat
“In the outdoor facility portion of the main building, there are 4 enclosures housing nine adult dogs that had a build of dirt and debris on the interior walls, dog houses, and the interior portion of the wind/rain break.”
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169 total dogs⚠️ Sanitation · Repeat
“In the outdoor facility portion of the main building, there are 10 enclosures housing 20 adult dogs that had a build of dirt and debris on the exterior portion of the spring loaded dog doors and the wooden framing of the dog doors.”
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199 total dogsNo findings
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153 total dogsNo findings
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174 total dogsNo findings
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130 total dogs⚠️ Housing
“The four "big dog" enclosures off the garage, housing a eleven dogs, had brown organic material on the inside portion of the wall with the egress doors.”
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124 total dogsNo findings
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176 total dogsNo findings
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129 total dogsNo findings
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106 total dogsNo findings
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102 total dogsNo findings
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90 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 42-A-1024. The license expiration date on file is 5/3/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 90 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 13 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels located?
Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels's facility is registered in Woodbine, IA according to USDA records.
Has Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels held more than one USDA license?
Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels's current USDA license is 42-A-1024. 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 Charles Pluta — C. Angels Kennels'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.
