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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
D&K VanDerVliet – Colton, SD is linked to 21 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from November 2016 to March 2026.
Across 20 inspections between November 2016 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 55 dogs and 183 dogs at D&K VanDerVliet – Colton, SD. The most recent count was 55 dogs on March 9, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
November 30, 2016
USDA 46-A-0426
Pre-license inspection #2
60 dogs
None
February 23, 2017
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
124 dogs
None
February 8, 2018
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
93 dogs
None
August 15, 2018
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
122 dogs
None
September 5, 2018
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
121 dogs
None
August 15, 2019
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
145 dogs
1 finding
August 20, 2019
USDA 46-A-0426
Focused inspection
143 dogs
None
December 7, 2020
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
145 dogs
None
July 20, 2021
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
133 dogs
None
March 29, 2022
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
183 dogs
None
November 17, 2022
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
182 dogs
None
June 6, 2023
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
166 dogs
None
November 20, 2023
USDA 46-A-0426
Re-license inspection
132 dogs
None
December 12, 2023
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
113 dogs
None
June 27, 2024
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
142 dogs
None
December 4, 2024
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
97 dogs
None
March 31, 2025
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
71 dogs
1 finding
April 29, 2025
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
68 dogs
None
August 28, 2025
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
69 dogs
None
February 26, 2026
USDA 46-A-0426
Attempted inspection
No access
None
March 9, 2026
USDA 46-A-0426
Routine inspection
55 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
August 15, 2019 — Routine inspection, USDA 46-A-0426
145 dogs recorded (70 adults · 75 puppies).
Corroded divider panels, protruding wire
The bottom horizontal support tubing of seven dividing panels separating eight exterior runs on the south side of the kennel building are heavily corroded with broken areas of tubing and exposed sharp edges. There is also one panel where wire has broken from tubing and is protruding into the kennel. Additionally, there is tin immediately to the left of one dog egress/entry door that is corroded with roughened areas. The protruding wire, corroded tin and broken tubing pose an injury risk to dogs occupying the affected kennels. Primary enclosures must be constructed and maintained so that they have no sharp points or edges which could injure the dogs. The protruding wire into occupied kennels needs to be corrected by August 16, 2019. The broken tubing on panels in occupied kennels needs to be repaired, replaced or covered by August 20. 2019. The corroded tin in the occupied kennel needs to be repaired, replaced or covered by August 20, 2019.
March 31, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 46-A-0426
71 dogs recorded (40 adults · 31 puppies).
Mouse feces and dead mice
The current pest control program of the facility is not meeting USDA requirements to prevent infestation and contamination of the facility by mice. During facility inspection the following was observed: 1) mouse feces, some intermixed with wall foam insulation particles, along floors and walls in whelping, prep/treatment and storage areas. 2) mouse feces on counter next to bowls and sink in prep/treatment room 3) mouse feces on refrigerator support shelf in prep/treatment room 4) mouse feces on shelving unit and on food bags in bedding/food storage room 5) 10 dead mice were visually observed on glue traps in the facility Rodents can carry diseases which may infect and harm other animal species, including dogs. These diseases may be spread through rodent droppings and urine. An effective pest control program, including control of rodents, must be established and maintained to prevent pest infestation and contamination, and to ensure the health and well-being of facility animals. Correct by April 07, 2025
Has D&K VanDerVliet – Colton, SD been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 21 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does D&K VanDerVliet – Colton, SD keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 9, 2026, inspectors counted 55 dogs (35 adults · 20 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does D&K VanDerVliet – Colton, SD 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.