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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors Kennel is linked to 18 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from January 2016 to January 2026.
Across 15 inspections between January 2016 and January 2026, inspectors recorded between 2 dogs and 133 dogs at Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors Kennel. The most recent count was 88 dogs on January 12, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
January 20, 2016
USDA 42-A-1522
Pre-license inspection #1
41 dogs
None
July 18, 2016
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
60 dogs
None
August 7, 2017
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
116 dogs
2 findings
September 18, 2017
USDA 42-A-1522
Focused inspection
2 dogs
None
February 6, 2018
USDA 42-A-1522
Attempted inspection
No access
None
March 15, 2018
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
133 dogs
None
May 14, 2019
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
125 dogs
None
September 14, 2020
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
38 dogs
None
July 15, 2021
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
74 dogs
None
April 27, 2022
USDA 42-A-1522
Attempted inspection
No access
None
June 21, 2022
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
64 dogs
None
December 19, 2022
USDA 42-A-1522
Re-license inspection
96 dogs
None
March 30, 2023
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
103 dogs
None
January 31, 2024
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
115 dogs
None
October 16, 2024
USDA 42-A-1522
Attempted inspection
No access
None
November 21, 2024
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
124 dogs
None
August 22, 2025
USDA 42-A-1522
Routine inspection
98 dogs
None
January 12, 2026
USDA 42-A-1522
Re-license inspection
88 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
August 7, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1522
116 dogs recorded (64 adults · 52 puppies).
Male Pomeranian with matted coat
Male Pomeranian (“Gunner”, microchip #956000000387658) has excessively matted hair coat across the back of both hindquarters, across the top of the rump, and on the tail. A dark colored material is attached to and trapped within the heavily matted hair across the hindquarters. The licensee stated that she had acquired the dog in March and has been unable to fully groom the dog as he is likely to bite. The licensee stated that she has spoken to the veterinarian about having the dog groomed but no appointment has been set at the time of the inspection. Due to the dog’s tendency to bite, the licensee was unable to handle the dog to allow the inspector a closer view of the excessively matted hair coat.
Female Cocker Spaniel with matted ear clumps
Female Cocker Spaniel (“Lacey”, 900085000209401) has large clumps of matted hair hanging from both of the ears. The clumps of matted hair are firm to the touch and have a thick, dark colored material coating parts of the surface of the clump.
Has Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 18 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, January 12, 2026, inspectors counted 88 dogs (57 adults · 31 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors Kennel raise?
The records name Cocker Spaniel, Mini Dachshund, Mini Schnauzer, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Pomeranian. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Coat O M Colors – Coat Of Many Colors 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.